January weather forecast
Natchitoches, LA

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Night neon light rays fall on the ancient building that holds the Minor Basilica in Natchitoches, Louisiana
Night neon light rays fall on the ancient building that holds the Minor Basilica in Natchitoches, Louisiana

Weather in January

In Natchitoches, Louisiana, the start of the year brings cool temperatures and higher humidity levels. Compared to the preceding month of December, the weather conditions commonly experience a marginal increase in the highest temperature, hovering near 55.8°F (13.2°C). Meanwhile, the range of daylight also increases to an average of 10.4 hours, inviting a little more sunshine into the shorter winter days. As the city bids farewell to the rare snowfall events, the weather patterns seem to shift focus to increased rainfall instead. Moving into February, the progression of winter sees slight enhancements in numerous elements such as warmth, humidity, and rainfall.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Natchitoches, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, in Natchitoches, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during January morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the usual temperature for Natchitoches in January?

In January, in Natchitoches, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Natchitoches, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Natchitoches, in January, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Natchitoches have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average temperature in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 39.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average pressure in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average wind speed in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average humidity in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average rainfall in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average rainfall days in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average snowfall in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average snowfall days in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average sunshine days in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average UV index in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average cloud cover in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Natchitoches, LA

Average visibility in January - Natchitoches, LA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, September and December (5mi).

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