January weather forecast
Morehead, KY

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Weather in January

Kentucky's Morehead bears the winter chill as the year begins. The temperatures remain relatively low, surviving the dip into the coldest values of the year with lows at 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the mercury doesn't climb much above 38.7°F (3.7°C). Snowfall is frequent, painting Morehead with a white coat. With humidity lingering around the higher end of the spectrum, overcast days outpace the clear ones. As families stay indoors to avoid winter's icy grip, January's short daylight hours reinforce the hibernation mentality.

Temperature

In Morehead, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Morehead, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Morehead, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Morehead, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures in Morehead, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Morehead, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Morehead?

In January, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Morehead have in January?

In Morehead, the average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Morehead, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Morehead, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Morehead?

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?

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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Morehead, KY

Average temperature in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Morehead, KY

Average pressure in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Morehead, KY

Average wind speed in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Morehead, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Morehead, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Morehead, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Morehead, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Morehead, KY

Average UV index in January - Morehead, 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
Morehead, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Morehead, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Morehead, KY

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

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

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