January weather forecast
Anderson, SC

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Weather in January

January marks the beginning of the year in Anderson, South Carolina with a rather cold climate. Showing modest humidity, it carries the chilling breeze throughout the city. The stroke of sunshine provides some relief but the cloud cover and reduced daylight hours restrict the warmth significantly. Winds blow moderately, easing the chill slightly. There is a unique occurrence of light snowfall with an average of 0.24" (6mm), the second highest for the year, giving January its winter charm.

Temperature

Anderson's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average low temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In Anderson, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Anderson, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Anderson, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Anderson, in January, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Anderson, South Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of January, in Anderson, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Anderson. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold 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 is the coldest time of year in Anderson?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C), is considered the coldest month.

What are January temperatures in Anderson?

The high-temperature in Anderson during January is 50.2°F (10.1°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Anderson?

In January, the average relative humidity in Anderson, South Carolina, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Anderson in January?

In January, in Anderson, South Carolina, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Anderson?

In Anderson, during January, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Anderson have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Anderson?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Anderson?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Anderson, South Carolina, is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Anderson?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Anderson, South Carolina.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Anderson?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Anderson, South Carolina, 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 temperature in January
Anderson, SC

Average temperature in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Anderson, SC

Average pressure in January - Anderson, SC
  • 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
Anderson, SC

Average wind speed in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Anderson, SC

Average humidity in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Anderson, SC

Average rainfall in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Anderson, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Anderson, SC

Average snowfall in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Anderson, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Anderson, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Anderson, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Anderson, SC

Average UV index in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Anderson, SC

Average cloud cover in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Anderson, SC

Average visibility in January - Anderson, SC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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