January weather forecast
Townsend, TN

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Weather in January

January ushers in the new year with chilly temperatures, the lowest ranging from 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to a high of 43.3°F (6.3°C). The relative humidity remains at a steady 78% supporting the formation of frost and ice, particularly in the early morning. A significant 7.7 days are snowy making it important to prepare for icy road conditions. January's daylight lasts 10.1 hours offering limited sunbathing time as the UV index stays at a low 2. Overall, the weather in Townsend, Tennessee in January is characteristic of typical winter conditions in the region.

Temperature

Townsend's January weather, with an average high temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Townsend is 78%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, in January, during 14 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Townsend. In Townsend, in January, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Townsend, there are 26.2 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Townsend is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Is it cold during January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Townsend, is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Townsend, during January, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Townsend, during January, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Townsend, the average day length in January is 10h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Townsend, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 in Townsend is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Townsend, TN

Average temperature in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Townsend, TN

Average pressure in January - Townsend, TN
  • 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
Townsend, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Townsend, TN

Average humidity in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Townsend, TN

Average rainfall in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in January
Townsend, TN

Average rainfall days in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Townsend, TN

Average snowfall in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Townsend, TN

Average snowfall days in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Townsend, TN

Average sunshine days in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Townsend, TN

Average UV index in January - Townsend, 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
Townsend, TN

Average cloud cover in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Townsend, TN

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

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

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