January weather forecast
Balkan, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Balkan, Kentucky, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Balkan's January weather reaches an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In Balkan, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.5 rainfall days, and 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Balkan, Kentucky, in January, during 9.5 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Balkan, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 14.17" (360mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 41.5°F (5.3°C) at the peak and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at the base.

How cold does it get in January?

During January, Balkan experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in Balkan in January?

In January, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Balkan, in January, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Balkan have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Balkan is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Balkan have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Balkan, KY

Average temperature in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Balkan, KY

Average pressure in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Balkan, KY

Average wind speed in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Balkan, KY

Average humidity in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August, September and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Balkan, KY

Average rainfall in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Balkan, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Balkan, KY

Average snowfall in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Balkan, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balkan, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Balkan, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Balkan, KY

Average UV index in January - Balkan, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Balkan, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Balkan, KY

Average visibility in January - Balkan, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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