January weather forecast
Big Sandy Junction, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Big Sandy Junction, Kentucky, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Big Sandy Junction is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Big Sandy Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Big Sandy Junction, during January, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Big Sandy Junction. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Big Sandy Junction, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the peak and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

In Big Sandy Junction, in January, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Big Sandy Junction, in January, during 11 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Big Sandy Junction?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Big Sandy Junction, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average temperature in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average pressure in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average wind speed in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average humidity in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average rainfall in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average snowfall in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average UV index in January - Big Sandy Junction, 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
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Big Sandy Junction, KY

Average visibility in January - Big Sandy Junction, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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