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Chapel Hill weather in January (North Carolina, United States of America)

Curious about the January weather in Chapel Hill? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Chapel Hill typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 10°C. But by evening, they drop to around -1°C. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Chapel Hill in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 163 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chapel Hill. April and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chapel Hill climate page with graphs.

 

Chapel Hill, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Chapel Hill in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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