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

How is the weather in Raleigh in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Raleigh typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 11°C, while night temperatures can drop to -1°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Raleigh in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The city usually sees around 163 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Raleigh. April and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Raleigh climate page with graphs.

 

Raleigh, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 66%  

Sunshine 163 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 53%  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Precipitation

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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 Raleigh 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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