January weather forecast
Ridgeland, SC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ridgeland, South Carolina, is a moderate winter month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgeland, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 18min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ridgeland, South Carolina, the average sunshine in January is 5.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in January translates into this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with an average high of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low of 42.4°F (5.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

What is the temperature in January?

Ridgeland in January has an average high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Ridgeland, during January, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Ridgeland, snow does not fall in January through November.

Does it snow in January?

In January, it doesn't snow. December is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 3, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average temperature in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Ridgeland, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ridgeland, SC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average humidity in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average rainfall in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.8 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average UV index in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average cloud cover in January - Ridgeland, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Ridgeland, SC

Average visibility in January - Ridgeland, 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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