Contents
- 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
Weather in January
Temperature
With average high temperatures of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and lows of 28°F (-2.2°C), January is the coldest month in Highlands.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Highlands, North Carolina, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 41.42" (1052mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Highlands. In Highlands, during January, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.8 snowfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, in Highlands, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Highlands 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the coldest in Highlands?
How cold does it get in Highlands in January?
What are the least humid months in Highlands?
What is the average humidity in January in Highlands?
How many days does it rain in January in Highlands?
How many days does it snow in January in Highlands?
How many hours of daylight does Highlands have in January?
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Highlands?
How many hours of sunshine does Highlands have in January?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highlands?
What is the UV index reading in January in Highlands?
Average temperature in January
Highlands, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in January
Highlands, NC
- 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
Highlands, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in January
Highlands, NC
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Highlands, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in January
Highlands, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Highlands, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 6.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Highlands, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
Highlands, NC
- 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Highlands, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Highlands, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Highlands, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in January
Highlands, NC
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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