January weather forecast
Glasgow, KY

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Weather in January

January is typically a month of cooler weather in Glasgow, Kentucky. Coming from the cold December, expect a rise in temperatures but do not anticipate a significant change in the weather pattern. One can expect an average maximum temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a minimum of 28°F (-2.2°C). Snow occasionally graces the area, but it is more of a rain-filled season with 8.6 days of precipitation expected. Winter clothing remains essential during this month due to chilling winds and cloudy days.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Glasgow, in January, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Glasgow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Glasgow. In Glasgow, in January, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16 snowfall days, and 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Glasgow records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Is January cold?

In January, in Glasgow, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, in Glasgow, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Glasgow, in January, during 4.8 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Glasgow have in January?

In Glasgow, the average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glasgow have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Glasgow is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in January
Glasgow, KY

Average pressure in January - Glasgow, 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
Glasgow, KY

Average wind speed in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Glasgow, KY

Average humidity in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Glasgow, KY

Average rainfall in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Glasgow, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Glasgow, KY

Average snowfall in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Glasgow, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Glasgow, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Glasgow, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Glasgow, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Glasgow, KY

Average UV index in January - Glasgow, 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
Glasgow, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Glasgow, KY

Average visibility in January - Glasgow, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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