January weather forecast
South Charleston, WV

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in January

South Charleston experiences a chilly start with January as expected of winter in West Virginia. This month records the highest snowfall, both in terms of the number of days and the volume, with 5.51in spread across 14.1 days. The volatile weather patterns this time of year can impact commuting, hence travelers may want to take precautions. With average daylight hours of only 9.9, the long evenings evoke a sense of calm perfect for indoor activities. The month ends on a cold note as the city braces for February's arrival.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year in South Charleston, West Virginia, is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In South Charleston, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Charleston are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in South Charleston is January, when snow falls for 14.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in South Charleston, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in South Charleston are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in South Charleston?

January is the coldest month in South Charleston, with an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

How cold is January in South Charleston?

The high-temperature, in January, in South Charleston, is 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What are the most humid months in South Charleston?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in South Charleston.

What is the average humidity in January in South Charleston?

In January, the average relative humidity in South Charleston, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in South Charleston?

In South Charleston, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in South Charleston?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in South Charleston in January?

In South Charleston, West Virginia, in January, during 14.1 snowfall days, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in South Charleston?

The average day length in January is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in South Charleston?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Charleston, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Charleston?

The month with the least sunshine in South Charleston, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Charleston have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in South Charleston, West Virginia, is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Charleston?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Charleston, West Virginia.

How high is the UV index in January in South Charleston?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
South Charleston, WV

Average temperature in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in January
South Charleston, WV

Average pressure in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in January
South Charleston, WV

Average wind speed in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in January
South Charleston, WV

Average humidity in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in January
South Charleston, WV

Average rainfall in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in January
South Charleston, WV

Average rainfall days in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in January
South Charleston, WV

Average snowfall in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in January
South Charleston, WV

Average snowfall days in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Charleston, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in January
South Charleston, WV

Average sunshine days in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in January
South Charleston, WV

Average UV index in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in January
South Charleston, WV

Average cloud cover in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

[Resources]

Average visibility in January
South Charleston, WV

Average visibility in January - South Charleston, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

[Resources]

South Charleston, West Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location