January weather forecast
Bear Branch, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Bear Branch, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bear Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bear Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 29 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bear Branch is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h 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 in Bear Branch. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Bear Branch, Kentucky, in January, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bear Branch, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Bear Branch, Kentucky, is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Bear Branch, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average temperature in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average pressure in January - Bear Branch, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average wind speed in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average humidity in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average rainfall in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average snowfall in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Bear Branch, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average UV index in January - Bear Branch, 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
Bear Branch, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Bear Branch, KY

Average visibility in January - Bear Branch, KY
  • 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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