January weather forecast
Greenwood, SC

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Weather in January

Greenwood in January experiences winter chill as temperatures do not often rise above 51.4°F (10.8°C) during the day. Despite the definite chill, it does remain warmer compared to northern states. A significant point to note is that visibility remains constant at 6 miles all through the month. The start of the year also presents a generally cloudy outlook with around 38% cloudiness. However, even in this cold time, Greenwood sees almost half the day in daylight.

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Greenwood, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Greenwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.7 days and collects up to 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Greenwood, South Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Greenwood, South Carolina, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Greenwood, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 51.4°F (10.8°C) at the peak and 35.1°F (1.7°C) at the lowest.

What is the temperature in January?

Greenwood in January has an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Greenwood, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Greenwood, the average day length in January is 10h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenwood have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Greenwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Greenwood, SC

Average temperature in January - Greenwood, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Greenwood, SC

Average pressure in January - Greenwood, 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
Greenwood, SC

Average wind speed in January - Greenwood, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Greenwood, SC

Average humidity in January - Greenwood, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Greenwood, SC

Average rainfall in January - Greenwood, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Greenwood, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Greenwood, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Greenwood, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Greenwood, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Greenwood, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 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
Greenwood, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Greenwood, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Greenwood, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Greenwood, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Greenwood, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Greenwood, SC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Greenwood, SC

Average visibility in January - Greenwood, 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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