January weather forecast
Jenkins, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Jenkins, Kentucky, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and max 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

Jenkins records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Jenkins, in January, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Jenkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jenkins are January through May, October through December. In Jenkins, during January, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow. In Jenkins, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Jenkins, is 39.9°F (4.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Jenkins, during January, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Jenkins, in January, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jenkins have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Jenkins, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Jenkins, KY

Average temperature in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Jenkins, KY

Average pressure in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Jenkins, KY

Average wind speed in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Jenkins, KY

Average humidity in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Jenkins, KY

Average rainfall in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in January
Jenkins, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Jenkins, KY

Average snowfall in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Jenkins, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Jenkins, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Jenkins, KY

Average UV index in January - Jenkins, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Jenkins, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Jenkins, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Jenkins, KY

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

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

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