Kinston, United States — Weather in January 2027

Monthly climate averages for Kinston, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

Cfa Humid Subtropical
4.2 /10
Poor

January is a poor month in Kinston

Climate Overview

Kinston, United States in January has mild conditions, with highs averaging 12.1°C (54°F) and noticeably cooler mornings.

This month falls at the middle of Winter.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout January, with daily highs around 13°C (55°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 6.2h of sunshine at the start of January, increasing to 7.4h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 14.7°C (58°F).

Compared to December, this month is about 2°C cooler with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into February.

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Monthly January Averages

Temperature
12°C / 3°C
Feels Like
9°C / -1°C
Rain
9 days · 91 mm
Sunshine
6.8h / day
Humidity
69% — Humid
Wind
17 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (282°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
10.1 h
Cloud Cover
52%
Clear Sky Days
7.9
UV Index
3.3 — Moderate
Dew Point
2°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
1 days · 2.7 cm
Frost Days
12 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 07:18
Daylight 10.1h
Sunset 17:21

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
12°C / 3°C
Feels Like
9°C / -1°C
Rain
9days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
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February
Fair
Temp
16°C / 6°C
Feels Like
14°C / 2°C
Rain
10days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4.1 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
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March
Good
Temp
19°C / 8°C
Feels Like
17°C / 5°C
Rain
10days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
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April best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 12°C
Feels Like
23°C / 10°C
Rain
9days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
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May best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 17°C
Feels Like
28°C / 17°C
Rain
13days (123 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
7 High
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June
Fair
Temp
30°C / 21°C
Feels Like
33°C / 23°C
Rain
14days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
7.9 Very High
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July
Wet
Temp
32°C / 23°C
Feels Like
37°C / 27°C
Rain
18days (142 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
7.8 Very High
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August
Poor
Temp
30°C / 22°C
Feels Like
35°C / 26°C
Rain
16days (163 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
7.2 Very High
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September
Good
Temp
28°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 22°C
Rain
11days (138 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
5.9 High
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October best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 14°C
Feels Like
24°C / 14°C
Rain
6days (66 mm) Good
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
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November
Good
Temp
18°C / 8°C
Feels Like
17°C / 6°C
Rain
7days (71 mm) Good
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
3.7 Moderate
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December
Fair
Temp
14°C / 5°C
Feels Like
12°C / 1°C
Rain
8days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
6.4h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3 Moderate
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 12°C / 3°C 9°C / -1°C 9days (91 mm) Wet 6.8h Fair 69% Muggy 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
February 16°C / 6°C 14°C / 2°C 10days (85 mm) Wet 7h Good 71% Muggy 4.1 Moderate Fair View Details
March 19°C / 8°C 17°C / 5°C 10days (89 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 66% Muggy 5.7 High Good View Details
April best 23°C / 12°C 23°C / 10°C 9days (89 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 65% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
May best 26°C / 17°C 28°C / 17°C 13days (123 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 71% Muggy 7 High Excellent View Details
June 30°C / 21°C 33°C / 23°C 14days (120 mm) Wet 11.4h Excellent 74% Muggy 7.9 Very High Fair View Details
July 32°C / 23°C 37°C / 27°C 18days (142 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 78% Humid 7.8 Very High Wet View Details
August 30°C / 22°C 35°C / 26°C 16days (163 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 80% Humid 7.2 Very High Poor View Details
September 28°C / 20°C 31°C / 22°C 11days (138 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 77% Humid 5.9 High Good View Details
October best 23°C / 14°C 24°C / 14°C 6days (66 mm) Good 8.4h Good 73% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Excellent View Details
November 18°C / 8°C 17°C / 6°C 7days (71 mm) Good 7.7h Good 70% Muggy 3.7 Moderate Good View Details
December 14°C / 5°C 12°C / 1°C 8days (94 mm) Wet 6.4h Fair 73% Muggy 3 Moderate Fair View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

January is typically poor for visiting Kinston, with average highs of 12°C (54°F) and around 9 rainy days. Kinston, United States in January has mild conditions, with highs averaging 12.1°C (54°F) and noticeably cooler mornings
Kinston typically sees around 9 rainy days in January with 91 mm (3.6 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Kinston during January are cold, averaging 3°C (37°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) in January, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
January is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Kinston. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Kinston during January is 3 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Kinston gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in January, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Kinston typically sees around 1 snow days in January with roughly 3 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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