January weather forecast
Fort Worth, TX

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A calm river flowing down towards the beautiful cityscape of Fort Worth, Texas

Weather in January

January commences the year in Fort Worth, Texas, with cool temperatures and comparatively lower rainfall. Still, it's sporadic snowfalls, with 0.04" (1mm) of snow seen on an average of 0.3 snowfall days during the month, set it apart from the following months. This contrasts to the warmer, drier conditions on the horizon for February. Despite this, the general weather pattern includes frequent patches of sunshine and stable wind conditions. It's during this month that the city experiences much of its winter weather, with the respite of sunshine being a welcome change.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average low of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In Fort Worth, the average relative humidity in January is 63%.

Rainfall

In Fort Worth, during January, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.4 rainfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Fort Worth, during January, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of January in Fort Worth, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Fort Worth, Texas, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average January temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 55.4°F (13°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Fort Worth, Texas, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Worth in January?

In Fort Worth, in January, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Fort Worth is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Fort Worth is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Fort Worth, TX

Average temperature in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average pressure in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average wind speed in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average humidity in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average humidity in January: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average rainfall in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average rainfall days in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average snowfall in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average snowfall days in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average sunshine days in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average UV index in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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

Average cloud cover in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average cloud cover in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average cloud cover in January: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Fort Worth, TX

Average visibility in January - Fort Worth, TX
  • 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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