January weather forecast
Olympia, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Olympia, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the peak and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) at the base.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Olympia, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Olympia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Olympia, Kentucky, is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Olympia 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Olympia?

January stands out as Olympia's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

How cold does it get in Olympia in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Olympia, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Olympia?

The average relative humidity in January in Olympia, Kentucky, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Olympia?

In Olympia, Kentucky, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Olympia?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Olympia?

In Olympia, in January, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Olympia have in January?

In Olympia, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Olympia?

On the first day of January in Olympia, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Olympia?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Olympia.

How many hours of sunshine does Olympia have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Olympia is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Olympia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Olympia?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Olympia is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Olympia, KY

Average temperature in January - Olympia, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Olympia, KY

Average pressure in January - Olympia, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Olympia, KY

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

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

Average humidity in January
Olympia, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Olympia, KY

Average rainfall in January - Olympia, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Olympia, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Olympia, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Olympia, KY

Average snowfall in January - Olympia, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Olympia, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Olympia, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Olympia, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Olympia, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Olympia, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Olympia, KY

Average UV index in January - Olympia, 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
Olympia, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Olympia, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Olympia, KY

Average visibility in January - Olympia, 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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