January weather forecast
Drum, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Drum, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 41.5°F (5.3°C) and as low as 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Drum is 79%.

Rainfall

In Drum, in January, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Drum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Drum, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:01 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Drum experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a minimum of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

Drum in January has an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Drum, in January, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Drum, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Drum?

The average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Drum, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What are the months 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index in Drum is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Drum, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Drum, KY

Average pressure in January - Drum, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Drum, KY

Average wind speed in January - Drum, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Drum, KY

Average humidity in January - Drum, 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 August (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Drum, KY

Average rainfall in January - Drum, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Drum, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Drum, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Drum, KY

Average snowfall in January - Drum, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Drum, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Drum, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Drum, KY

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

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

Average sunshine days in January
Drum, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Drum, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Drum, KY

Average UV index in January - Drum, 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
Drum, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Drum, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Drum, KY

Average visibility in January - Drum, 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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