The weather in January in Memphis
It's cool in January in Memphis with an average temperature of 10°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 15°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 5°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Memphis, Tennessee. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2022, Memphis reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -8°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -15°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 145 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. Of the total precipitation, about 4,3 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Memphis
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Memphis. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
Memphis | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 10°C | 5°C |
Max. temperature | 15°C | 11°C |
Min. temperature | -3°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 145 mm | 97 mm |
Rainy days | 16 days | 12 days |
Total snowfall | 4,3 cm | 16 cm |
Snowy days | 2 days | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Memphis with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around 0°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 9°C, with nights around 0°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Memphis is around 12°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Memphis, Tennessee. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Memphis
Temperature in January in Memphis over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Memphis, Tennessee. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Memphis
Total precipitation in January in Memphis over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Memphis
Snowfall in January in Memphis per year
Daily UV index in January in Memphis
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Memphis, 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.
Weather experiences in January in Memphis
The weather in January in Memphis is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Memphis? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewTemperatures varied greatly, ranging from mild to cold days. Although the sun shone on some days, more often it was cloudy and gray, and in some places it rained.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Memphis by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Memphis. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.