Average weather for Carolina in January
It's warm in January in Carolina with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Carolina with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 24°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Carolina is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In January, there is an average of 110 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Carolina in January |
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29°C | 5°C | |
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30°C | 11°C | |
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29°C | -5°C | |
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110 mm | 97 mm | |
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14 days | 12 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Carolina?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Carolina. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2018, Carolina reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Carolina
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Carolina, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Carolina
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Carolina, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Carolina.
Daily UV index in January in Carolina
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Carolina, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Carolina over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Carolina, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Carolina over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Carolina, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Carolina
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Carolina. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Carolina by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Carolina. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.