January weather forecast
Athol, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Athol, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Athol, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Athol, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Athol, during January, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 12.17" (309mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of January, in Athol, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Athol's January weather reaches an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C), making it the coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

In January, in Athol, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Athol, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Athol, in January, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Athol have in January?

In Athol, the average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Athol?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Athol, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Athol, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Athol, KY

Average temperature in January - Athol, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°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 (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Athol, KY

Average pressure in January - Athol, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Athol, KY

Average wind speed in January - Athol, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Athol, KY

Average humidity in January - Athol, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Athol, KY

Average rainfall in January - Athol, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Athol, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Athol, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Athol, KY

Average snowfall in January - Athol, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Athol, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Athol, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Athol, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Athol, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Athol, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Athol, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Athol, KY

Average UV index in January - Athol, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Athol, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Athol, KY

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

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

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