January weather forecast
Elkton, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Elkton, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a minimum temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Elkton is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, in Elkton, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elkton, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Elkton are January and March, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Elkton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, in Elkton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elkton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Elkton?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

How cold does it get in Elkton in January?

The high-temperature in Elkton during January is 42.1°F (5.6°C) and the low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elkton?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Elkton?

In Elkton, in January, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Elkton?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Elkton in January?

In Elkton, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkton have in January?

The average day length in January in Elkton is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Elkton?

On the first day of January in Elkton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elkton?

January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elkton?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Elkton, Kentucky, is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Elkton?

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

Average temperature in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.1°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 (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Elkton, KY

Average pressure in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elkton, KY

Average wind speed in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Elkton, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Elkton, KY

Average rainfall in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Elkton, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elkton, KY

Average snowfall in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.1"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elkton, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Elkton, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elkton, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elkton, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Elkton, KY

Average UV index in January - Elkton, 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
Elkton, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Elkton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Elkton, KY

Average visibility in January - Elkton, 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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