January weather forecast
Dunbar, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dunbar, Kentucky, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 41°F (5°C) and a minimum average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Dunbar is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, in Dunbar, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunbar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dunbar, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dunbar, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dunbar, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, in Dunbar, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dunbar is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dunbar. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Dunbar?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 41°F (5°C) and a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month in Dunbar.

How cold is it in Dunbar in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41°F (5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Dunbar?

The average relative humidity in January in Dunbar is 77%.

How much does it rain in Dunbar in January?

In Dunbar, Kentucky, in January, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dunbar in January?

In Dunbar, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dunbar?

On the first day of January in Dunbar, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dunbar?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Dunbar, Kentucky.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dunbar?

In Dunbar, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dunbar?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Dunbar?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dunbar, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dunbar, KY

Average temperature in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Dunbar, KY

Average pressure in January - Dunbar, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dunbar, KY

Average wind speed in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Dunbar, KY

Average humidity in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Dunbar, KY

Average rainfall in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Dunbar, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dunbar, KY

Average snowfall in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dunbar, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Dunbar, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dunbar, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dunbar, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Dunbar, KY

Average UV index in January - Dunbar, 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
Dunbar, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Dunbar, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Dunbar, KY

Average visibility in January - Dunbar, 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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