January weather forecast
Buffalo, SC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Buffalo, South Carolina, is another fresh winter month, with an average temperature varying between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buffalo, South Carolina, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Buffalo, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.7 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Buffalo. In Buffalo, South Carolina, during January, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buffalo, South Carolina, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Buffalo is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of January, in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Buffalo. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Buffalo?

With average high and low temperatures of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively, January is Buffalo's coldest month.

What is the temperature in January in Buffalo?

January temperatures in Buffalo vary between a high-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Buffalo?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, South Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, South Carolina, in January, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Buffalo is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Buffalo?

On the first day of January in Buffalo, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in January?

In Buffalo, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

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

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Buffalo?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Buffalo, South Carolina, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Buffalo, SC

Average temperature in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Buffalo, SC

Average pressure in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Buffalo, SC

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Buffalo, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Buffalo, SC

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Buffalo, SC

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Buffalo, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Buffalo, 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 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Buffalo, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Buffalo, SC

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Buffalo, SC

Average visibility in January - Buffalo, SC
  • 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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