January Rainfall and Precipitation in North Carolina

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in North Carolina, the United States of America in January.

North Carolina, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences in January precipitation ranging from a moderate 64 mm (2.5 in) in Clegg to a heavy 174 mm (6.9 in) in Highlands. January is a winter month.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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North Carolina precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does North Carolina, the United States of America receive in January?

In January, Charlotte typically receives modest snow/rainfall, around 77 mm (3 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in North Carolina, the United States of America in January?

Charlotte sees roughly 10 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in North Carolina, the United States of America?

January is generally a drier month for North Carolina, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in North Carolina, the United States of America?

In our database, Highlands stands out as having an average snow/rainfall level of 174 mm (6.9 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in January in North Carolina, the United States of America?

Clegg is the driest city we have data for in North Carolina, the United States of America in January, with monthly snow/rainfall close to 64 mm (2.5 in).

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