January weather forecast
Gates, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Gates, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Gates experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gates, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Gates. Snow falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, in Gates, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gates. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. 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 part of the year is the coldest in Gates?

Gates's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C), is the coldest in the year.

Is January cold in Gates?

January temperatures in Gates, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gates?

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

How much does it rain in Gates in January?

In Gates, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Gates?

The month with the most snowfall in Gates, Kentucky, is January, when snow falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Gates in January?

In Gates, Kentucky, in January, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gates have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gates?

On the first day of January in Gates, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gates?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Gates, Kentucky, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gates have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Gates is 3.9h.

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

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 Gates?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Gates is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Gates, KY

Average temperature in January - Gates, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Gates, KY

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

Average wind speed in January
Gates, KY

Average wind speed in January - Gates, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Gates, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Gates, KY

Average rainfall in January - Gates, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Gates, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Gates, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gates, KY

Average snowfall in January - Gates, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gates, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Gates, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gates, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gates, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Gates, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Gates, KY

Average UV index in January - Gates, 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
Gates, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Gates, KY

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

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

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