January weather forecast
Defiance, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Defiance, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Defiance, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Defiance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Defiance. In January, in Defiance, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Defiance, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Defiance, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Is it cold during January?

During January, Defiance experiences an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Defiance?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Defiance, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 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 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Defiance have in January?

In Defiance, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Defiance?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Defiance, KY

Average temperature in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Defiance, KY

Average pressure in January - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average wind speed in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Defiance, KY

Average humidity in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Defiance, KY

Average rainfall in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Defiance, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Defiance, KY

Average snowfall in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Defiance, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Defiance, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Defiance, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Defiance, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Defiance, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Defiance, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Defiance, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Defiance, KY

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

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

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