January weather forecast
Washington, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Washington, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month in Washington.

Rainfall

In Washington, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Washington, in January, during 13.3 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.5 days and aggregates up to 12.4" (315mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Washington.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Washington are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Washington?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Washington, reaching 36.3°F (2.4°C) at the peak and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Washington?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Washington, West Virginia, are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Washington?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Washington?

The average relative humidity in January in Washington is 83%.

How much does it rain in Washington in January?

In Washington, in January, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Washington?

In Washington, West Virginia, in January, during 13.3 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in January?

In January, the average day length in Washington, West Virginia, is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Washington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Washington, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Washington?

The month with the least sunshine in Washington, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Washington is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Washington?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Washington?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Washington is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Washington, WV

Average temperature in January - Washington, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.2°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 (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Washington, WV

Average pressure in January - Washington, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Washington, WV

Average wind speed in January - Washington, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Washington, WV

Average humidity in January - Washington, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Washington, WV

Average rainfall in January - Washington, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in January
Washington, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Washington, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Washington, WV

Average snowfall in January - Washington, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Washington, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Washington, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Washington, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Washington, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Washington, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Washington, WV

Average UV index in January - Washington, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Washington, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Washington, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Washington, WV

Average visibility in January - Washington, 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).

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