January weather forecast
Mountain City, TN

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Mountain City, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In Mountain City, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mountain City, in January, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mountain City. In January, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout January, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mountain City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Mountain City is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mountain City, Tennessee, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Mountain City?

Temperature records in Mountain City mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 38.8°F (3.8°C) and lows at 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Is it cold in Mountain City during January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Mountain City, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Mountain City?

The average relative humidity in January in Mountain City, Tennessee, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Mountain City?

In Mountain City, Tennessee, during January, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Mountain City?

In Mountain City, Tennessee, during January, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Mountain City?

In January, the average day length in Mountain City, Tennessee, is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Mountain City?

On the first day of January in Mountain City, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mountain City?

The month with the least sunshine in Mountain City, Tennessee, is January, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain City have in January?

In Mountain City, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mountain City?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Mountain City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Mountain City, TN

Average temperature in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Mountain City, TN

Average pressure in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mountain City, TN

Average wind speed in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Mountain City, TN

Average humidity in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Mountain City, TN

Average rainfall in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Mountain City, TN

Average rainfall days in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mountain City, TN

Average snowfall in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mountain City, TN

Average snowfall days in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mountain City, TN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mountain City, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mountain City, TN

Average sunshine days in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Mountain City, TN

Average UV index in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Mountain City, TN

Average cloud cover in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Mountain City, TN

Average visibility in January - Mountain City, TN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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