January weather forecast
McDowell, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in McDowell, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

McDowell's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McDowell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

In McDowell, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

McDowell's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In McDowell, 41.2°F (5.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in McDowell?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In McDowell, in January, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In McDowell, in January, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McDowell have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in McDowell, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In McDowell, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In McDowell, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
McDowell, KY

Average temperature in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
McDowell, KY

Average pressure in January - McDowell, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
McDowell, KY

Average wind speed in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
McDowell, KY

Average humidity in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
McDowell, KY

Average rainfall in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
McDowell, KY

Average rainfall days in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
McDowell, KY

Average snowfall in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
McDowell, KY

Average snowfall days in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - McDowell, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
McDowell, KY

Average sunshine days in January - McDowell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
McDowell, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
McDowell, KY

Average cloud cover in January - McDowell, 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 32).

Average visibility in January
McDowell, KY

Average visibility in January - McDowell, 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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