January weather forecast
West Columbia, SC

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Weather in January

The onset of the year witnesses a peak in cloud coverage, with percentage reaching 37% in West Columbia, South Carolina. January experiences a mix of mild to chilly days, typically cooler than the forthcoming February. Morning frost is a common sight, although it is soon replaced by sunlit afternoons. The rain frequency is moderate, setting the grounds for the slightly rainier month ahead. Winds are brisk, but not remarkably heavy, blowing away the last of the holiday cheer.

Temperature

West Columbia's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a low of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In January, in West Columbia, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 20.55" (522mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall in West Columbia. January is the first month it typically snows in West Columbia. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Columbia, there are 0.6 snowfall days, and 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in West Columbia is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of January, in West Columbia, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in West Columbia?

January, recording an average high temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and a low temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C), is West Columbia's coldest month.

What is the average January temperature in West Columbia?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in West Columbia?

In January, the average relative humidity in West Columbia, South Carolina, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in January in West Columbia?

In West Columbia, in January, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in West Columbia?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in West Columbia?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in West Columbia?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Columbia, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in West Columbia?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Columbia?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in West Columbia, South Carolina.

What is the UV index reading in January in West Columbia?

In West Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
West Columbia, SC

Average temperature in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

Average pressure in January
West Columbia, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Columbia, SC

Average wind speed in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
West Columbia, SC

Average humidity in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
West Columbia, SC

Average rainfall in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
West Columbia, SC

Average rainfall days in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Columbia, SC

Average snowfall in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Columbia, SC

Average snowfall days in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Columbia, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Columbia, 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
West Columbia, SC

Average sunshine days in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in January
West Columbia, SC

Average UV index in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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

Average cloud cover in January
West Columbia, SC

Average cloud cover in January - West Columbia, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
West Columbia, SC

Average visibility in January - West Columbia, 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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