January weather forecast
Elkhorn City, KY

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Weather in January

January in Elkhorn City, Kentucky, is known for its chilling temperatures, which set the stage for plenty of snowfall. The winter atmosphere forms the quintessential backdrop to start off the year, as the city blankets in white. High temperatures barely teeter over the freezing point, with observed values fluctuating from 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to 39.9°F (4.4°C). Skies tend to be quite cloudy accentuating the bleak winter landscape. Look out for nearly ten intriguing days of snowfalls, capturing the essence of the season.

Temperature

Elkhorn City records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Elkhorn City, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkhorn City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elkhorn City are January through May, October through December. In Elkhorn City, in January, during 9.3 snowfall days, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elkhorn City, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 22.36" (568mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, in Elkhorn City, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Elkhorn City, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elkhorn City are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. 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. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Elkhorn City?

Temperature records in Elkhorn City, Kentucky, mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 39.9°F (4.4°C) and lows at 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is January in Elkhorn City?

In Elkhorn City, in January, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elkhorn City?

In Elkhorn City, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Elkhorn City in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elkhorn City in January?

In Elkhorn City, in January, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Elkhorn City?

In January, the average day length in Elkhorn City is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Elkhorn City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elkhorn City?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elkhorn City?

In Elkhorn City, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elkhorn City?

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 in Elkhorn City?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkhorn City, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average temperature in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average pressure in January - Elkhorn City, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average wind speed in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average humidity in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average rainfall in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average snowfall in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average UV index in January - Elkhorn City, 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
Elkhorn City, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Elkhorn City, KY

Average visibility in January - Elkhorn City, KY
  • 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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