January weather forecast
Ames, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Ames, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Ames is 83%.

Rainfall

In Ames, in January, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ames, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ames are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Ames is January, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ames, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Ames?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

How cold is January in Ames?

In Ames, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Ames?

The average relative humidity in January in Ames, West Virginia, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Ames?

In January, in Ames, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Ames?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ames in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ames have in January?

In January, the average day length in Ames is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ames?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ames?

The month with the least sunshine in Ames, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in January?

In Ames, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ames, West Virginia.

How high is the UV index in January in Ames?

In Ames, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ames, WV

Average temperature in January - Ames, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ames, WV

Average pressure in January - Ames, WV
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ames, WV

Average wind speed in January - Ames, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ames, WV

Average humidity in January - Ames, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ames, WV

Average rainfall in January - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ames, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ames, WV

Average snowfall in January - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.59"

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

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Average snowfall days in January
Ames, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Ames, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ames, WV
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ames, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Ames, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ames, WV

Average UV index in January - Ames, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ames, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Ames, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Ames, WV

Average visibility in January - Ames, WV
  • 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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