January weather forecast
Paintsville, KY

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Weather in January

Although the weather in Paintsville, Kentucky starts the new year on a cooler note, snowfall occurrences make the scenery quite picturesque. However, the temperature climbs to 40.3°F (4.6°C) on the warmest days and falls to a chilly 26.8°F (-2.9°C) on the coldest nights. The environment is often shrouded in mist, contributing to the city's winter charm. Despite the cold temperatures, the city only experiences moderate wind speeds, keeping wind chill factors manageable. It's a time when outdoor adventurers engage in winter sports, while others prefer indoor activities with warm beverages in hand.

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paintsville, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paintsville, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Paintsville is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, in Paintsville, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Paintsville, Kentucky. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Paintsville?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is the coldest month in Paintsville.

How cold does it get in Paintsville in January?

Paintsville in January has an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Paintsville?

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

How much does it rain in Paintsville in January?

In Paintsville, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Paintsville in January?

In Paintsville, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paintsville have in January?

In Paintsville, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Paintsville?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Paintsville?

The month with the least sunshine in Paintsville, Kentucky, is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Paintsville?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paintsville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Paintsville?

In Paintsville, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Paintsville, KY

Average temperature in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Paintsville, KY

Average pressure in January - Paintsville, 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
Paintsville, KY

Average wind speed in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Paintsville, KY

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

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

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Average rainfall in January
Paintsville, KY

Average rainfall in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in January
Paintsville, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Paintsville, KY

Average snowfall in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Paintsville, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Paintsville, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Paintsville, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Paintsville, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Paintsville, KY

Average UV index in January - Paintsville, 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
Paintsville, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Paintsville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Paintsville, KY

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

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

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