January weather forecast
West Canton, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Canton, North Carolina, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Canton, during January, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.9 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Canton are January through May, October through December. In West Canton, in January, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In West Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 12.01" (305mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Canton, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January in West Canton, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in West Canton?

January, recording an average high temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is West Canton's coldest month.

Is January cold in West Canton?

In West Canton, 42.6°F (5.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in West Canton?

In January, the average relative humidity in West Canton is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Canton in January?

In West Canton, North Carolina, in January, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in West Canton?

In January, in West Canton, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout January, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in West Canton?

The average day length in January in West Canton is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in West Canton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Canton, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Canton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in West Canton is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Canton?

The months with the lowest UV index in West Canton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in West Canton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in West Canton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
West Canton, NC

Average temperature in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
West Canton, NC

Average pressure in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Canton, NC

Average wind speed in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in January
West Canton, NC

Average humidity in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
West Canton, NC

Average rainfall in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
West Canton, NC

Average rainfall days in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Canton, NC

Average snowfall in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Canton, NC

Average snowfall days in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Canton, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Canton, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Canton, NC

Average sunshine days in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.2 days).

Average UV index in January
West Canton, NC

Average UV index in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
West Canton, NC

Average cloud cover in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
West Canton, NC

Average visibility in January - West Canton, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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