January weather forecast
Melbourne, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Melbourne, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.1°F (2.3°C) and min 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

January is Melbourne's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and lows of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melbourne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melbourne are January through April, November and December. In Melbourne, in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.2 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Melbourne, Kentucky, 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

How cold is January in Melbourne?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Melbourne during January are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Melbourne?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January in Melbourne?

In January, the average relative humidity in Melbourne is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, Kentucky, in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Melbourne?

The average day length in January in Melbourne, Kentucky, is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Melbourne?

On the first day of January in Melbourne, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Melbourne?

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Melbourne?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melbourne?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Melbourne?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Melbourne, KY

Average temperature in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Melbourne, KY

Average pressure in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Melbourne, KY

Average wind speed in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Melbourne, KY

Average humidity in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Melbourne, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Melbourne, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Melbourne, KY

Average snowfall in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Melbourne, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Melbourne, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Melbourne, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Melbourne, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Melbourne, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Melbourne, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Melbourne, KY

Average visibility in January - Melbourne, 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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