January weather forecast
Shepherdstown, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Shepherdstown, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of January, in Shepherdstown, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Shepherdstown.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shepherdstown are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Shepherdstown?

January, recording an average high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), is Shepherdstown's coldest month.

How cold is January in Shepherdstown?

During January, Shepherdstown experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Shepherdstown?

In January, the average relative humidity in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is 75%.

What is the driest month in Shepherdstown?

The month with the least rainfall in Shepherdstown is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Shepherdstown in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Shepherdstown?

The month with the most snowfall in Shepherdstown is January, when snow falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Shepherdstown?

In Shepherdstown, West Virginia, during January, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Shepherdstown?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shepherdstown?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Shepherdstown, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shepherdstown have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Shepherdstown?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Shepherdstown, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average pressure in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average wind speed in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average humidity in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average rainfall in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average snowfall in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average UV index in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Shepherdstown, WV

Average visibility in January - Shepherdstown, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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