January weather forecast
Flatwoods, KY

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Weather in January

Flatwoods sees the inauguration of the year with cold and crisp weather. The city experiences cool breezes due to strong winds of 6.9mph (11.1km/h), with wind gusts reaching up to 10.9mph (17.5km/h), making January the windiest month of the year. January's cold temperatures, paired with often overcast skies, make it essential to wrap up warm. While snowfall isn't heavy, January does experience the most snowy days of the year. Residents should be prepared to face cold temperatures, strong winds, and occasional snowfalls.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In Flatwoods, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Flatwoods, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Flatwoods, in January, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Flatwoods, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January in Flatwoods, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Flatwoods's January weather reaches an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Flatwoods, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Flatwoods in January?

In Flatwoods, in January, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Flatwoods?

In January, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout January, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Flatwoods have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average temperature in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average pressure in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average wind speed in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average humidity in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average rainfall in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average snowfall in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Flatwoods, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Flatwoods, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Flatwoods, KY

Average UV index in January - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Flatwoods, KY

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

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

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