January weather forecast
Topsail Beach, NC

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Weather in January

In Topsail Beach, North Carolina, January brings with it the coldest temperatures of the year. The mild winter, in general, is marked by the lowest daylight hours, UV index, and sea temperature. This month exhibits the phenomenon of lower atmospheric pressure, contrasted by higher cloud coverage and humidity. Wind speeds tend to hover between 10.3mph (16.6km/h) and a gusting 15.8mph (25.4km/h), adding a chilling bite to the air. The presence of snowfall, though minimal at 0.04" (1mm), also contributes to the coolness of this month.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. The months with the most snowfall are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 60.8°F (16°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most when the water temperature is 60.8°F (16°C). As the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes more difficult to control.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, known for its average high temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C), is the coldest month in Topsail Beach.

What is the temperature in January in Topsail Beach?

The high-temperature, in January, in Topsail Beach, records 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity in Topsail Beach, North Carolina, are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Topsail Beach, North Carolina, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout January, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 60.8°F (16°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Topsail Beach, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Topsail Beach have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average temperature in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average pressure in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average wind speed in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average humidity in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average rainfall in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average snowfall in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 60.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average UV index in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Topsail Beach, NC

Average visibility in January - Topsail Beach, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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