January weather forecast
McDowell, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in McDowell, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in McDowell, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in McDowell, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in McDowell. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in McDowell is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in McDowell 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in McDowell?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold does it get in McDowell in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in McDowell, is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in McDowell?

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

How much does it rain in McDowell in January?

In McDowell, Kentucky, during January, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in McDowell?

January is the month with the most snowfall in McDowell. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in McDowell in January?

In McDowell, during January, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in McDowell?

The average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in McDowell?

On the first day of January in McDowell, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in McDowell?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in McDowell.

How many hours of sunshine does McDowell have in January?

In McDowell, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in McDowell?

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

How high is the UV index in January in McDowell?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in McDowell is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
McDowell, KY

Average temperature in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in January
McDowell, KY

Average pressure in January - McDowell, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
McDowell, KY

Average wind speed in January - McDowell, 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 (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
McDowell, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
McDowell, KY

Average rainfall in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in January
McDowell, KY

Average rainfall days in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
McDowell, KY

Average snowfall in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
McDowell, KY

Average snowfall days in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
McDowell, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - McDowell, 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 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
McDowell, KY

Average sunshine days in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
McDowell, KY

Average UV index in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
McDowell, KY

Average cloud cover in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
McDowell, KY

Average visibility in January - McDowell, 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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