North Carolina (Charlotte)
January
Weather in North Carolina for January 2026
Your guide to North Carolina weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, North Carolina usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in North Carolina at the beginning of January is 10.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 13 °F by the end of January.
The climate of North Carolina in January is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 105.2 mm of precipitation.
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North Carolina Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  12° | 2 12° | 3  13° | ||||
| 4 11° | 5  9° | 6 8° | 7  9° | 8  8° | 9  12° | 10 8° |
| 11 10° | 12 14° | 13 10° | 14 9° | 15 7° | 16 9° | 17 8° |
| 18 11° | 19 11° | 20 5° | 21 4° | 22 5° | 23 8° | 24 10° |
| 25 13° | 26 13° | 27 12° | 28 14° | 29 13° | 30 14° | 31 12° |
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Temperatures trend during January in North Carolina
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Sunny | 12° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Sunny | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Sunny | 11° /4° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Sunny | 8° /1° | 12.8 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Partly cloudy | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /1° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Cloudy | 12° /1° | 22.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Partly cloudy | 8° /0° | 5.4 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 10° /0° | 3.7 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /3° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Cloudy | 10° /1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Sunny | 9° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Sunny | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Overcast | 9° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Cloudy | 11° /3° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Sunny | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | 4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-2° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | 8° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Sunny | 10° /1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /5° | 20.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Overcast | 13° /5° | 6.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Sunny | 12° /5° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Sunny | 14° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Overcast | 13° /3° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | 14° /4° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /6° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for North Carolina in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the North Carolina forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
North Carolina in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in North Carolina during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 10° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in North Carolina during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 105.2 mm is expected in North Carolina during January, occurring over more than 14 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in North Carolina in January 2026?
North Carolina experiences an average snowfall of 5.73667 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in North Carolina during January?
The average wind speed in North Carolina during January is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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