January weather forecast
Winston-Salem, NC

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Lit skyscrapers and streets seen at dusk in Winston - Salem City, North Carolina
Lit skyscrapers and streets seen at dusk in Winston - Salem City, North Carolina

Weather in January

January brings the chill of winter to Winston-Salem with average highs and lows ranging between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C), making it the coolest month. Humidity levels are fairly high, typical for winter, giving the air a chill bite. The snowfall during this month, though not substantial, does add a picturesque charm to the city, despite the minimal daylight hours. Winds also begin to pick up speed, signaling the start of the traditionally windy period. This month records an average of 10.1 rainfall days, an indication that precipitation is quite frequent.

Temperature

In Winston-Salem, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 45.9°F (7.7°C) at the peak and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In Winston-Salem, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Winston-Salem, in January, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Winston-Salem, in January, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Winston-Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.2 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Winston-Salem, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Winston-Salem, the average sunshine in January 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), is recognized as the coldest.

What are the temperatures in January?

In January, in Winston-Salem, the average high-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Winston-Salem, in January, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Winston-Salem have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Winston-Salem have in January?

In Winston-Salem, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average temperature in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average pressure in January - Winston-Salem, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Winston-Salem, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average humidity in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average rainfall in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average snowfall in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Winston-Salem, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Winston-Salem, 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 48min).

  • 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
Winston-Salem, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average UV index in January - Winston-Salem, 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
Winston-Salem, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Winston-Salem, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Winston-Salem, NC

Average visibility in January - Winston-Salem, 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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