January weather forecast
Island, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Island, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.1 days and collects up to 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Island, during January, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.5 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C), is the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Island, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Island have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Island?

In Island, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January
Island, KY

Average temperature in January - Island, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Island, KY

Average pressure in January - Island, 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
Island, KY

Average wind speed in January - Island, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Island, KY

Average humidity in January - Island, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Island, KY

Average rainfall in January - Island, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Island, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Island, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Island, KY

Average snowfall in January - Island, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Island, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Island, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Island, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Island, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Island, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Island, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Island, KY

Average UV index in January - Island, 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
Island, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Island, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Island, KY

Average visibility in January - Island, 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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