Orange County (Chapel Hill)
January
Weather in Orange County, North Carolina for January 2026
Your guide to Orange County weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Orange County usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Orange County 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.
Orange County 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
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6
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3
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6°/-1°
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16 km/h
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56 %
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Orange County Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Orange County
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January weather in Orange County 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 Orange County 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 Orange County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Orange County in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Orange County during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below -1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Orange County during January?
In January, Orange County 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 Orange County in January 2026?
Orange County experiences an average snowfall of 12.3 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Orange County during January?
The average wind speed in Orange County during January is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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