January weather forecast
Ridgeland, MS

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Weather in January

January sees the Midwest city of Ridgeland, Mississippi, graced with the chill of winter. The city experiences noticeable shifts in weather, particularly, lower mercury levels to an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) crossed with cooler high temperatures at 54.7°F (12.6°C). Notably, it marks one of the months with the fewest daylight hours of about 10.3 hours. Despite this lack of sunlight, the weather is typically clear, offering suitable conditions for outdoor enthusiasts. Winter's tightly wrapped grip also means the city witnesses an unraveling of snowfall, however, only minimal with 0.35" (9mm).

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeland, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridgeland, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and February. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ridgeland, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeland are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during January leads to these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Ridgeland witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and a low of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What are January temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Ridgeland, is 54.7°F (12.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Ridgeland, Mississippi, during January, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeland have in January?

In Ridgeland, the average day length in January is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ridgeland?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

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 reading in January?

In Ridgeland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average temperature in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average pressure in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average wind speed in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average humidity in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average rainfall in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average snowfall in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average UV index in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • 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
Ridgeland, MS

Average cloud cover in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Ridgeland, MS

Average visibility in January - Ridgeland, MS
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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