January weather forecast
Mount Washington, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Mount Washington, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mount Washington, during January, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mount Washington, Kentucky, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Washington are January through April, November and December. In Mount Washington, during January, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Mount Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.5 days and aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Washington, Kentucky, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Mount Washington are January and December, 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Mount Washington?

With average high and low temperatures of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively, January is Mount Washington's coldest month.

How cold is it in Mount Washington in January?

In Mount Washington, 39.6°F (4.2°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 Mount Washington?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Mount Washington?

In January, in Mount Washington, Kentucky, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Mount Washington?

In Mount Washington, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Mount Washington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Mount Washington?

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Mount Washington.

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

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

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Washington?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Mount Washington?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average temperature in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Mount Washington, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average wind speed in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average humidity in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average rainfall in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average snowfall in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 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 Washington, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mount Washington, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mount Washington, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Mount Washington, KY

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Mount Washington, KY

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

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

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