January weather forecast
Moscow, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Moscow, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

In Moscow, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Moscow, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Moscow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.4 days and collects up to 38.78" (985mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Moscow, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Moscow, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Moscow, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a minimum average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

How cold is January?

In Moscow, in January, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Moscow, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Moscow, in January, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Moscow, the average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Moscow?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Moscow, KY

Average temperature in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Moscow, KY

Average pressure in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Moscow, KY

Average wind speed in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Moscow, KY

Average humidity in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Moscow, KY

Average rainfall in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Moscow, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Moscow, KY

Average snowfall in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Moscow, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Moscow, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Moscow, KY

Average UV index in January - Moscow, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Moscow, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Moscow, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Moscow, KY

Average visibility in January - Moscow, 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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