January weather forecast
Birmingham, OH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Birmingham, Ohio, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

Birmingham notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In Birmingham, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.4 rainfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Birmingham, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. In Birmingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.5 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Birmingham, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

During the coldest month in Birmingham, January, temperatures average a high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is January?

During January, Birmingham experiences an average high-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Birmingham, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Birmingham, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Birmingham, during January, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

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

In Birmingham, the average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.1h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health 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
Birmingham, OH

Average temperature in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Birmingham, OH

Average pressure in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Birmingham, OH

Average wind speed in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Birmingham, OH

Average humidity in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Birmingham, OH

Average rainfall in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Birmingham, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Birmingham, OH

Average snowfall in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Birmingham, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Birmingham, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Birmingham, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Birmingham, OH

Average UV index in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Birmingham, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Birmingham, OH

Average visibility in January - Birmingham, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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