January weather forecast
Wilkesboro, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

Wilkesboro's January weather reaches an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In Wilkesboro, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wilkesboro, there are 171 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Wilkesboro. In January, in Wilkesboro, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Wilkesboro is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Wilkesboro?

January, with its average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Wilkesboro.

Is January cold in Wilkesboro?

In January, in Wilkesboro, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Wilkesboro?

The average relative humidity in January in Wilkesboro is 74%.

How much does it rain in Wilkesboro in January?

In Wilkesboro, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Wilkesboro?

In Wilkesboro, in January, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Wilkesboro?

In Wilkesboro, the average day length in January is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Wilkesboro?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Wilkesboro?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wilkesboro?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Wilkesboro, North Carolina.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Wilkesboro?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Wilkesboro is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average temperature in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average pressure in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wilkesboro, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average humidity in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average rainfall in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average snowfall in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Wilkesboro, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Wilkesboro, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Wilkesboro, NC

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

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

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