January weather forecast
Knoxville, TN

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The scenic scape of the little town of Knoxville in Tennessee

Weather in January

Ever-climbing pressure trends distinguish Knoxville weather for January. Temperatures can be quite chilly in comparison to December, and locals feel the bite of winter with the lowest average temperatures of the year being 29.3°F (-1.5°C). It is the first truly winter month and snowfall is expected. Average sunshine hours are at their minimum, making January the month with the least daylight in Knoxville. The cold, fewer daylight hours, and snow cover make January a true winter month in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Temperature

Knoxville experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a minimum of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Knoxville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Knoxville, Tennessee, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Knoxville, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C), is considered the coldest month in Knoxville.

What are January temperatures in Knoxville?

The high-temperature during January is 44.8°F (7.1°C) and the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in Knoxville in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Knoxville, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Knoxville have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Knoxville have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Knoxville, TN

Average temperature in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Knoxville, TN

Average pressure in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Knoxville, TN

Average wind speed in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Knoxville, TN

Average humidity in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Knoxville, TN

Average rainfall in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Knoxville, TN

Average rainfall days in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Knoxville, TN

Average snowfall in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Knoxville, TN

Average snowfall days in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Knoxville, TN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Knoxville, TN

Average sunshine days in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Knoxville, TN

Average UV index in January - Knoxville, TN
  • 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Knoxville, TN

Average cloud cover in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Knoxville, TN

Average visibility in January - Knoxville, TN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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