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

Night neon light rays fall on the ancient building that holds the Minor Basilica in Natchitoches, Louisiana

Weather in January

In Natchitoches, Louisiana, the start of the year brings cool temperatures and higher humidity levels. Compared to the preceding month of December, the weather conditions commonly experience a marginal increase in the highest temperature, hovering near 55.8°F (13.2°C). Meanwhile, the range of daylight also increases to an average of 10.4 hours, inviting a little more sunshine into the shorter winter days. As the city bids farewell to the rare snowfall events, the weather patterns seem to shift focus to increased rainfall instead. Moving into February, the progression of winter sees slight enhancements in numerous elements such as warmth, humidity, and rainfall.

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C), is considered the coldest month in Natchitoches.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Natchitoches, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Natchitoches, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Natchitoches are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Natchitoches is 10h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Natchitoches is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Natchitoches. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Natchitoches?

January is the month when Natchitoches experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the usual temperature for Natchitoches in January?

In Natchitoches, in January, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Natchitoches?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Natchitoches?

In Natchitoches, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Natchitoches?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Natchitoches in January?

In Natchitoches, Louisiana, in January, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Natchitoches?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Natchitoches?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Natchitoches have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Natchitoches?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Natchitoches?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Natchitoches is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

57.9°F 14.4°C

55.8°F 13.2°C

60.1°F 15.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.8mph 10.9km/h

7mph 11.3km/h

7.3mph 11.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.6

20.2

14.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average high temperature in January: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

Average low temperature in January: 39.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Natchitoches, LA

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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (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
Natchitoches, LA

Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Natchitoches, LA

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Natchitoches, LA

Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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January weather forecast
Natchitoches, LA

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