January weather forecast
Lexington, SC

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Weather in January

The turn of the year in Lexington, South Carolina, USA, is met with typically cool weather. Temperatures begin to top out at 52.7°F (11.5°C) and go as low as 37.4°F (3°C). The weather remains mostly consistent though, with a slight dip in temperatures and showing the first signs of winter with minimal snowfall. The air is generally crisp and the city experiences quite a bit of rain, making it one of the rainiest months of the year. As a result, the month welcomes the new year with an overcast ambiance.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures in Lexington, with an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, South Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Lexington, in January, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lexington, South Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.1 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lexington is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lexington, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Lexington?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low of 37.4°F (3°C), January stands out as the coldest month in Lexington.

What is the usual temperature for Lexington in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Lexington, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lexington?

In Lexington, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lexington?

In Lexington, South Carolina, in January, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lexington in January?

In Lexington, during January, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

In Lexington, South Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Lexington?

On the first day of January in Lexington, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Lexington is 5.6h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Lexington?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Lexington, South Carolina, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lexington, SC

Average temperature in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Lexington, SC

Average pressure in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Lexington, SC

Average wind speed in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Lexington, SC

Average humidity in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lexington, SC

Average rainfall in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in January
Lexington, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lexington, SC

Average snowfall in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
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
Lexington, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Lexington, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lexington, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lexington, SC

Average UV index in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Lexington, SC

Average cloud cover in January - Lexington, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Lexington, SC

Average visibility in January - Lexington, SC
  • 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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