January weather forecast
Olcott, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Olcott, Kentucky, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 40.59" (1031mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Olcott are January through April, October through December. In Olcott, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.17" (309mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Olcott is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, recording an average high temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), is Olcott's coldest month.

How cold does it get in Olcott in January?

In Olcott, 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Olcott in January?

In Olcott, in January, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Olcott have in January?

In Olcott, the average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Olcott?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Olcott, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Olcott, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Olcott, KY

Average temperature in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Olcott, KY

Average pressure in January - Olcott, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Olcott, KY

Average wind speed in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Olcott, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Olcott, KY

Average rainfall in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in January
Olcott, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Olcott, KY

Average snowfall in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Olcott, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Olcott, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Olcott, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Olcott, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Olcott, KY

Average UV index in January - Olcott, 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
Olcott, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Olcott, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Olcott, KY

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

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

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