January weather forecast
Benham, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Benham, Kentucky, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Benham's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Benham is 80%.

Rainfall

In Benham, in January, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 197.2 rainfall days, and 44.92" (1141mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Benham, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43 snowfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Benham 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Benham's January weather reaches an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Benham, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Benham, in January, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Benham, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Benham, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Benham have in January?

In Benham, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What is the month 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 intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Benham, KY

Average temperature in January - Benham, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Benham, KY

Average pressure in January - Benham, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Benham, KY

Average wind speed in January - Benham, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Benham, KY

Average humidity in January - Benham, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Benham, KY

Average rainfall in January - Benham, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Benham, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Benham, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Benham, KY

Average snowfall in January - Benham, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Benham, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Benham, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Benham, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Benham, 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: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Benham, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Benham, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Benham, KY

Average UV index in January - Benham, KY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Benham, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Benham, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Benham, KY

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

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

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