January weather forecast
Washington, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Washington, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 49.6°F (9.8°C) at the peak and 33.6°F (0.9°C) at the base.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Washington, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.5 snowfall days, and 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Washington, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Washington reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 49.6°F (9.8°C) at the peak and 33.6°F (0.9°C) at the lowest.

What are January temperatures?

In January, in Washington, the average high-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Washington?

The months with the lowest humidity are January and April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January in Washington?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10.2 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Washington?

In Washington, in January, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in January?

In Washington, North Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Washington is January, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Washington, NC

Average temperature in January - Washington, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Washington, NC

Average pressure in January - Washington, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Washington, NC

Average wind speed in January - Washington, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Washington, NC

Average humidity in January - Washington, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Washington, NC

Average rainfall in January - Washington, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Washington, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Washington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Washington, NC

Average snowfall in January - Washington, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Washington, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Washington, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Washington, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Washington, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Washington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Washington, NC

Average UV index in January - Washington, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Washington, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Washington, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Washington, NC

Average visibility in January - Washington, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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