January weather forecast
Covington, KY

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Covington City, Kentucky as well as the city of Cincinnati, with three large bridges over the river
Covington City, Kentucky as well as the city of Cincinnati, with three large bridges over the river

Weather in January

January can be characterized as the coldest month in Covington, Kentucky. It ushers in the new year with average high and low temperatures fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Compared to December, there is a slight decrease in daylight hours, but more cloud cover brings an increased probability for snowfall. Going into February, anticipate a gradual rise in temperature. Despite cold temperatures, January signifies a fresh start, as Covington residents bundle up to brave the frigid weather.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Covington, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Covington, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Covington. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 36.1°F (2.3°C) and as low as 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Covington, is 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Covington in January?

In Covington, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Covington, during January, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Covington have in January?

In Covington, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Covington, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Covington have in January?

In Covington, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

When is 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 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Covington, KY

Average temperature in January - Covington, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Covington, KY

Average pressure in January - Covington, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Covington, KY

Average wind speed in January - Covington, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Covington, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Covington, KY

Average rainfall in January - Covington, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Covington, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Covington, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Covington, KY

Average snowfall in January - Covington, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Covington, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Covington, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Covington, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Covington, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Covington, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Covington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Covington, KY

Average UV index in January - Covington, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Covington, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Covington, 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 27).

Average visibility in January
Covington, KY

Average visibility in January - Covington, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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