January weather forecast
Moon, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Moon, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Moon, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Moon, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Moon, during January, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Moon, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January in Moon, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is January?

In Moon, 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Moon, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Moon, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in Moon, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Moon, the average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Moon have in January?

In Moon, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

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 Moon, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Moon, KY

Average temperature in January - Moon, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Moon, KY

Average pressure in January - Moon, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Moon, KY

Average wind speed in January - Moon, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Moon, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Moon, KY

Average rainfall in January - Moon, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Moon, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Moon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Moon, KY

Average snowfall in January - Moon, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Moon, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Moon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Moon, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Moon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Moon, KY

Average UV index in January - Moon, 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
Moon, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Moon, KY

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

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

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