January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

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Weather in January

January is the official start of the year, and in Montgomery, Alabama, it greets residents with a weather pattern that is somewhat mild in comparison to many other parts of the States. It's not an exceptionally cold month, nor does January encounter volatile weather changes. Yet, on unstable days, the weather variations may swing from the highest temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) to the lowest of 38.5°F (3.6°C). As it is winter, some snowfall may occur, but Montgomery is not typically blanketed in heavy snow. However, a higher cloud coverage is seen in this month that usually precedes rainfall.

Temperature

Montgomery's January weather, with an average high temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average low temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Montgomery is 74%.

Rainfall

In Montgomery, in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, in Montgomery, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Montgomery, Alabama, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Montgomery are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Montgomery?

January, recording an average high temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and a low temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C), is Montgomery's coldest month.

What are January temperatures in Montgomery?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Montgomery?

In January, the average relative humidity in Montgomery is 74%.

How much does it rain in Montgomery in January?

In Montgomery, Alabama, in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Montgomery?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, Alabama, in January, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Montgomery have in January?

In January, the average day length in Montgomery is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Montgomery?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Montgomery, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Montgomery?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Montgomery?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Montgomery?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

58.1°F 14.5°C

54.7°F 12.6°C

59.9°F 15.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.1mph 13km/h

8.2mph 13.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.8

19.7

14.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Montgomery, AL

Average high temperature in January: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

Average low temperature in January: 38.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Montgomery, AL

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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Montgomery, AL

Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and December (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Montgomery, AL

Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Montgomery, AL

Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in January
Montgomery, AL

Average rainfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Montgomery, AL

Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Montgomery, AL

Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Montgomery, AL

Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Montgomery, AL

Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Montgomery, AL

Average UV index in January: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Montgomery, AL

Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Montgomery, AL

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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January weather forecast
Montgomery, AL

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