January weather forecast
Whittier, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Whittier, North Carolina, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Whittier experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, in January, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Whittier, in January, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 42.6°F (5.9°C) and as low as 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is January?

In Whittier, in January, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Whittier in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Whittier, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Whittier, NC

Average temperature in January - Whittier, 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: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Whittier, NC

Average pressure in January - Whittier, 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
Whittier, NC

Average wind speed in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Whittier, NC

Average humidity in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in January
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whittier, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whittier, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Whittier, NC

Average UV index in January - Whittier, 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
Whittier, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Whittier, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Whittier, NC

Average visibility in January - Whittier, 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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