January weather forecast
Dorton Branch, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Dorton Branch, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Dorton Branch's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dorton Branch, in January, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dorton Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Dorton Branch, Kentucky, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32 snowfall days, and 14.17" (360mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with its high-temperature average of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Dorton Branch?

In Dorton Branch, 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Dorton Branch, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Dorton Branch, during January, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Dorton Branch, during January, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dorton Branch have in January?

In Dorton Branch, the average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Dorton Branch?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average temperature in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average pressure in January - Dorton Branch, 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
Dorton Branch, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average humidity in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August, September and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average rainfall in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average snowfall in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Dorton Branch, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average UV index in January - Dorton Branch, 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
Dorton Branch, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Dorton Branch, KY

Average visibility in January - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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