January weather forecast
Sandy Springs, SC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Sandy Springs, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low of 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and lows of 33.8°F (1°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout January, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Sandy Springs is 10h and 9min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sandy Springs, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low of 33.8°F (1°C), is recognized as the coldest.

What is the usual temperature for Sandy Springs in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Sandy Springs, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sandy Springs, in January, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:31 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 January, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average temperature in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average pressure in January - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, SC

Average wind speed in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average humidity in January - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, SC

Average rainfall in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average snowfall in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.24"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Sandy Springs, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sandy Springs, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average UV index in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average cloud cover in January - Sandy Springs, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Sandy Springs, SC

Average visibility in January - Sandy Springs, 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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