Memphis Weather in January: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
Memphis, United States in January experiences a cool and damp winter climate. The average temperature hovers around 8.9°C (48.1°F), with daily highs reaching 13.1°C (55.7°F) and lows dipping to 4.8°C (40.7°F). Wind chill effects make the perceived temperature feel cooler, with an average “feels like” temperature of 7.6°C (45.6°F).
Precipitation is common in Memphis during January, with an average of 6.33 cm (2.49 inches) of rainfall. Rain occurs on approximately 19 days of the month, covering about 13.4% of the time. The probability of precipitation on any given day is 51.6%. Snow is relatively rare, with only 0.14 cm (0.06 inches) on average and a typical snow depth of 0.07 cm (0.03 inches).
Humidity levels are high in January, averaging 76.5%. Cloud cover is substantial, with an average of 60.7% of the sky obscured. Despite the cloud cover, visibility remains good at 14.0 km (8.7 miles). The UV index is low at 2.7, reflecting the reduced sunlight during winter months.
Wind conditions in Memphis during January are notable, with average wind speeds of 22.9 km/h (14.2 mph) and gusts reaching up to 39.0 km/h (24.2 mph). Atmospheric pressure averages 1018.0 hPa, indicating stable weather patterns.
Severe weather risk in January is moderate, with an average severe risk rating of 12.9%. Rain is the most common form of precipitation, and rainy conditions are the most frequently observed weather pattern.
Daylight hours are limited in January, with sunrise occurring around 7:06 AM and sunset at approximately 5:12 PM. Popular Memphis attractions like Graceland, Beale Street, and the National Civil Rights Museum may experience cooler temperatures and occasional rain during this winter month.
What is the temperature in Memphis in January?
Average air temperature in Memphis is 8.9°C (48.1°F) in January. The outside temperature in Memphis feels like 7.6°C (45.6°F) on a typical January day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 13.1°C (55.7°F) and feels like 12.4°C (54.3°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 4.8°C (40.7°F) which feels like 2.7°C (36.9°F).
How hot is Memphis in January?
The hot temperature in January in Memphis rises to 22.4°C (72.3°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 76.5% humidity. During hottest days of January it feels like 22.4 °C (72.3°F). The average maximum temp in Memphis is 13.1°C (72.3°F) during day time in January.
How cold is Memphis in January?
The coldest temp in Memphis in January drops to -3.7°C (25.3°F) during the cold nights. With 22.9km/h (14.2mph) winds and 76.5% humidity it feels like -9.7°C (14.5°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 4.8°C (40.7°F) during night time in January.
Does it rain in Memphis in January?
Yes, it rains for 19 days in Memphis, United States in January averaging 6.33 mm of precipitation. Memphis has a 51.6% chance for rain throughout the entire month of January.
How much does it rain in Memphis throughout January?
Memphis has 6.33 mm (0.25 inch) of rain per day on average in January. It rains for an average of 19 days out of the entire month.
Does it snow in Memphis in January?
Yes, it snows in Memphis during January. The average snowfall is 0.14 cm (0.05 inch) per day. And there is 0.07 cm (0.03 inch) of snow on the ground.
Is Memphis windy in January?
The average speed of wind in Memphis, United States during January is 22.9km/h (14.2mph) and average windgust is 39km/h (24.2mph). On some days in January wind can reach up to 32.1km/h (19.9mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Memphis in January?
Most days of January the wind is blowing from South-Southwest direction in Memphis.
What are the humidity levels in Memphis in January?
The average humidity levels in Memphis in January are 76.5%. Daily humidity levels in Memphis range from 55.6% to 95.4% during January.
How many hours of daylight are in Memphis in January?
Memphis has 10 hours 05 minutes of daylight in January on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Memphis in January is at 7:06:41 and the sunset is at 17:12:39.
What is the cloud coverage in Memphis in January?
Clouds cover 60.7% of the sky on average throughout January in Memphis. The cloud coverage ranges from 0.7% to 100% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in January in Memphis?
The average UV index in Memphis is 2.7 in January. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 0 to 6.
What is the solar radiation in Memphis in January?
The average solar radiation is 39.9 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Memphis during January. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 6.1 W/m2 to 81.4 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during January in Memphis?
The average solar energy during January in Memphis is 3.4 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 0.5 MJ/m2, to 7 MJ/m2 during January.
Are there severe weather risks in Memphis in January?
Yes, there is a 12.9% risk for severe weather in Memphis, United States in January.
What is the air pressure in Memphis in January?
On average the air pressure in Memphis in January is 1018 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1007.6 mb to 1026.5 mb.
What is the visibility in Memphis in January?
The average daylight visibility in Memphis in January is 14 km (8.7 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 5.4 km (3.4 miles) to 16 km (9.9 miles) throughout January.
What is the dew point in Memphis in January?
The average dew point in Memphis during January is 4.6°C (40.3°F).
Where is the data for Memphis climate in January coming from?
The climate data for Memphis, Tennessee, United States in January is collected from the following weather stations.
- WEST MEMPHIS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, AR US
- MEMPHIS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, TN US
- FW0416 Nesbit MS US
- WEST MEMPHIS MUN, AR
- KMEM
- KNQA
- KOLV
- MS Delta 2024 MS US MS-DELTA
- UAPB-EARLE AR US SCAN