January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

Two bridges of the same length and size, colored green and blue, cross over a large river from Ashland in Kentucky

Weather in January

The start of the year in Ashland, Kentucky, features a colder climate and shorter days. Snowfall is a common occurrence this month, with nine days accumulating about 1.77" (45mm) of snow. The weather pattern transitions from the chilly conditions of December; however, the temperatures continue to be fairly low. January is generally associated with a high humidity level, making the cold temperatures feel even chillier. The daylight hours are limited, lending to the overall winter atmosphere of the month.

Temperature

The coldest month in Ashland is January, with an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In Ashland, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ashland, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ashland, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. In Ashland, during January, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ashland, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Ashland is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of January, in Ashland, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Ashland, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Ashland?

Ashland, Kentucky, records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

How cold is it in Ashland in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ashland, is 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Ashland?

In January, the average relative humidity in Ashland is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ashland in January?

In January, in Ashland, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Ashland?

In Ashland, in January, during 9.7 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ashland have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Ashland?

On the first day of January in Ashland, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ashland?

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Ashland, Kentucky.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashland have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ashland is 3.8h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ashland, Kentucky.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ashland?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashland, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

43.7°F 6.5°C

38.7°F 3.7°C

43.3°F 6.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.9mph 11.1km/h

7.3mph 11.7km/h

7.4mph 11.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.5

14.4

11.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ashland, KY

Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ashland, KY

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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ashland, KY

Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ashland, KY

Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ashland, KY

Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ashland, KY

Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ashland, KY

Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ashland, KY

Average snowfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Ashland, KY

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ashland, KY

Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ashland, KY

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ashland, KY

Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Ashland, KY

Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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January weather forecast
Ashland, KY

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