January weather forecast
Mount Vernon, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) to a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mount Vernon, in January, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181 rainfall days, and 40.28" (1023mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Vernon, in January, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 14.17" (360mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January in Mount Vernon, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Mount Vernon, is 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Mount Vernon, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Vernon have in January?

In Mount Vernon, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Vernon have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average temperature in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average pressure in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average wind speed in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average humidity in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average rainfall in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average snowfall in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Mount Vernon, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mount Vernon, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average UV index in January - Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Mount Vernon, KY

Average visibility in January - Mount Vernon, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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