January weather forecast
Melvin, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Melvin, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Melvin, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in Melvin, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melvin, 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 Melvin are January through May, October through December. In Melvin, Kentucky, in January, during 12.4 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Melvin, Kentucky, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Melvin, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
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, in Melvin, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Melvin?

Melvin experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a minimum of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Is it cold in Melvin during January?

During January, Melvin experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Melvin?

In January, the average relative humidity in Melvin is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Melvin?

In Melvin, in January, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Melvin?

In Melvin, Kentucky, in January, during 12.4 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Melvin have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Melvin?

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

What is the month with the least sunshine in Melvin?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Melvin?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Melvin?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Melvin?

In Melvin, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Melvin, KY

Average temperature in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average pressure in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average wind speed in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average humidity in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average rainfall in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average snowfall in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Melvin, 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 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
Melvin, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average UV index in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average visibility in January - Melvin, 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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