January weather forecast
Elkfork, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Elkfork, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Elkfork, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkfork, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Elkfork, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Elkfork, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elkfork, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elkfork, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Elkfork?

In Elkfork, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 39.7°F (4.3°C) at the peak and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold does it get in Elkfork in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Elkfork, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elkfork?

The average relative humidity in January in Elkfork, Kentucky, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Elkfork?

In January, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elkfork in January?

In Elkfork, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkfork have in January?

The average day length in January in Elkfork, Kentucky, is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Elkfork?

On the first day of January in Elkfork, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elkfork?

The month with the least sunshine in Elkfork is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkfork have in January?

In Elkfork, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Elkfork?

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

Average temperature in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Elkfork, KY

Average pressure in January - Elkfork, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elkfork, KY

Average wind speed in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Elkfork, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elkfork, KY

Average snowfall in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elkfork, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elkfork, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elkfork, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Elkfork, KY

Average UV index in January - Elkfork, 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
Elkfork, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Elkfork, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Elkfork, KY

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

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

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