January weather forecast
Decoy, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Decoy, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

Decoy's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Decoy is 78%.

Rainfall

In Decoy, Kentucky, in January, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Decoy are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout January, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Decoy, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Decoy, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Decoy?

The coldest time of the year in Decoy is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Is January cold in Decoy?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Decoy during January are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Decoy?

The average relative humidity in January in Decoy, Kentucky, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Decoy?

In Decoy, during January, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Decoy in January?

In Decoy, Kentucky, in January, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Decoy have in January?

In Decoy, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Decoy?

On the first day of January in Decoy, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Decoy?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Decoy have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Decoy is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Decoy?

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 intensity in January in Decoy?

In Decoy, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Decoy, KY

Average temperature in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Decoy, KY

Average pressure in January - Decoy, 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
Decoy, KY

Average wind speed in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Decoy, KY

Average humidity in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Decoy, KY

Average rainfall in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Decoy, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Decoy, KY

Average snowfall in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Decoy, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Decoy, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Decoy, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Decoy, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Decoy, KY

Average UV index in January - Decoy, 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
Decoy, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Decoy, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Decoy, KY

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

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

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