January weather forecast
Henderson, KY

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Weather in January

January in Henderson, Kentucky, is typically quite cold with the month’s average high and low temperatures ranging from 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to 39.4°F (4.1°C). It is a time characterized by shorter daylight hours, considerable cloud cover, and prevalent frosty mornings. Due to the decrease in temperatures, outdoor activities may be limited, making indoor pursuits more popular. Rainfall is fairly common although somewhat lower than subsequent months, contributing to a frosty landscape. Additionally, snowfall may occasionally be observed, adding a picturesque touch to the city.

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Henderson, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Henderson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Henderson, Kentucky, is January, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.5h 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

During the coldest month in Henderson, January, temperatures average a high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Is January cold in Henderson?

The high-temperature, in January, in Henderson, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Henderson?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Henderson, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Henderson, Kentucky, is January, when snow falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Henderson, in January, during 5 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Henderson, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Henderson have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with 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 intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Henderson, KY

Average temperature in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Henderson, KY

Average pressure in January - Henderson, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Henderson, KY

Average wind speed in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Henderson, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Henderson, KY

Average rainfall in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Henderson, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Henderson, KY

Average snowfall in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Henderson, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Henderson, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Henderson, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Henderson, KY

Average UV index in January - Henderson, 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
Henderson, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Henderson, KY

Average visibility in January - Henderson, 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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