January weather forecast
Madisonville, KY

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Weather in January

As the chill reaches its peak, January in Madisonville, Kentucky, ushers in the New Year with an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a brisk low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). Generally, this month is one of the colder periods of the year, revealing heavy frosts and occasional snowfall of about 0.79" (20mm) spanning over 4.4 days. The city’s weather shifts into the realm of cold winters, enveloping the region in a wintry wonderland. The skies are often cloud-covered leading to shorter days with approximately 9.9 hours of daylight, out of which only 4.4 hours bear sunshine. Thus, January can be seen as a retreat for those who revel in the hushed whispers of winter.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C), is generally the coldest month in Madisonville.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Madisonville, in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madisonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Madisonville, in January, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Madisonville, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Madisonville, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January stands out as Madisonville's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Is it cold during January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Madisonville, is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Madisonville, during January, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Madisonville, in January, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Madisonville, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Madisonville is 4.4h.

What is the month 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 Madisonville?

In Madisonville, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Madisonville, KY

Average temperature in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Madisonville, KY

Average pressure in January - Madisonville, 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
Madisonville, KY

Average wind speed in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Madisonville, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Madisonville, KY

Average rainfall in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Madisonville, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Madisonville, KY

Average snowfall in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Madisonville, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Madisonville, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Madisonville, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Madisonville, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Madisonville, KY

Average UV index in January - Madisonville, 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
Madisonville, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Madisonville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Madisonville, KY

Average visibility in January - Madisonville, 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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