January weather forecast
Canada, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Canada, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Canada experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a minimum of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Canada, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Canada, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Canada, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 40.1°F (4.5°C) and lows at 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Canada, 40.1°F (4.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Canada, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Canada have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Canada have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Canada?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Canada, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Canada, KY

Average pressure in January - Canada, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Canada, KY

Average wind speed in January - Canada, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Canada, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Canada, KY

Average rainfall in January - Canada, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Canada, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Canada, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Canada, KY

Average snowfall in January - Canada, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Canada, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Canada, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Canada, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Canada, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Canada, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Canada, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Canada, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Canada, KY

Average visibility in January - Canada, 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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