January weather forecast
Nashville, TN

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Overlooking the city buildings of Nashville, Tennessee, across the riverfront, with a big cruise ship ashore

Weather in January

The weather in Nashville, Tennessee starts the year with relatively cold conditions, distinct with the almost palpable humidity of 75%. Notable is the consistent high wind speed of 7.9mph (12.7km/h), which adds to the chill factor. The city also witnesses a modest snowfall, shaking off its solemn winter slumber. As the month progresses, the weather eases into more tranquil states, bidding farewell to the harsh chills of the previous year.

Temperature

Nashville's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.9 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature during January is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Nashville, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Nashville, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Nashville, Tennessee, in January, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nashville.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Nashville, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Nashville, TN

Average temperature in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Nashville, TN

Average pressure in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Nashville, TN

Average wind speed in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Nashville, TN

Average humidity in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Nashville, TN

Average rainfall in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Nashville, TN

Average rainfall days in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nashville, TN

Average snowfall in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Nashville, TN

Average snowfall days in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nashville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nashville, TN

Average sunshine days in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Nashville, TN

Average UV index in January - Nashville, 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
Nashville, TN

Average cloud cover in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Nashville, TN

Average visibility in January - Nashville, TN
  • 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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