January weather forecast
Goforth, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Goforth, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and max 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in Goforth, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Goforth.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Goforth?

January is the coldest month in Goforth, Kentucky, exhibiting average temperatures of 37.4°F (3°C) at the peak and 24.4°F (-4.2°C) at the base.

How cold is January in Goforth?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 37.4°F (3°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Goforth?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Goforth?

In Goforth, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Goforth?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Goforth, Kentucky. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Goforth?

In Goforth, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Goforth have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Goforth?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Goforth, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Goforth?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Goforth.

How long on average sun shines in January in Goforth?

The average sunshine duration in January in Goforth is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Goforth?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Goforth?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Goforth, KY

Average temperature in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Goforth, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Goforth, KY

Average wind speed in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Goforth, KY

Average humidity in January - Goforth, 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
Goforth, KY

Average rainfall in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Goforth, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Goforth, KY

Average snowfall in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Goforth, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Goforth, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Goforth, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Goforth, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Goforth, KY

Average UV index in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Goforth, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Goforth, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Goforth, KY

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

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

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