Chapel Hill (NC)
January
Weather in Chapel Hill, North Carolina for January 2026
Your guide to Chapel Hill weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Chapel Hill usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Chapel Hill at the beginning of January is 6.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 12.6 °F by the end of January.
Chapel Hill experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 6 rainy days and a total precipitation of 43.3 mm.
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22
Dry days
6
Rainy days
3
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6°/-1°
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16 km/h
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56 %
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Chapel Hill Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Chapel Hill
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January weather in Chapel Hill day by day
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Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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Jan. 1 | Sunny | 11° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 2 | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 3 | Overcast | 8° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 4 | Sunny | 4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 5 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 6 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 7° /0° | 20.6 mm | 6 cm | |
Jan. 7 | Sunny | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 8 | Sunny | 3° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 9 | Sunny | 3° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 10 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-4° | 3.7 mm | 2.2 cm | |
Jan. 11 | Cloudy | 4° /-1° | 5.8 mm | 4.1 cm | |
Jan. 12 | Sunny | 4° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 13 | Partly cloudy | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 14 | Sunny | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 15 | Partly cloudy | 1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 16 | Cloudy | 8° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 17 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 18 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 19 | Heavy rain at times | 9° /0° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 20 | Sunny | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 21 | Light freezing rain | -1° /-6° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 22 | Partly cloudy | -2° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 23 | Overcast | 1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 24 | Sunny | 4° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 25 | Sunny | 6° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 26 | Cloudy | 10° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 27 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 28 | Sunny | 12° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 29 | Partly cloudy | 16° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 30 | Partly cloudy | 14° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
Jan. 31 | Overcast | 21° /8° | 7.9 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Chapel Hill in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Chapel Hill during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below -1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Chapel Hill during January?
In January, Chapel Hill can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 43.3 mm across approximately 6 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Chapel Hill in January 2026?
Chapel Hill experiences an average snowfall of 12.3 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Chapel Hill during January?
The average wind speed in Chapel Hill during January is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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