January weather forecast
Scottsburg, IN

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Weather in January

The new year ushers in typical winter weather in Scottsburg, Indiana, characterized by cold temperatures and a fair share of humidity. January holds the mantle for being the coldest month, with average high temperatures barely crossing 37.2°F (2.9°C) while plunging as low as 24.3°F (-4.3°C). It's also a time of reduced sunlight, affecting both residents and travelers alike. This wintry rendezvous is marked by quite frequent snowfalls on an average of 9.4 days this month, adding to Scottsburg's winter charm. Prepare for longer nights and short days, as they reflect January's role as the gatekeeper of winter in Scottsburg.

Temperature

Scottsburg notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Scottsburg, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scottsburg, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Scottsburg, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the month when Scottsburg experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Scottsburg, is 37.2°F (2.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Scottsburg, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Scottsburg have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Scottsburg?

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Scottsburg have in January?

In Scottsburg, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average temperature in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average pressure in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average wind speed in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average humidity in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average rainfall in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average snowfall in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

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

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average UV index in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Scottsburg, IN

Average visibility in January - Scottsburg, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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