Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 41.2°F (5.1°C) and as low as 27°F (-2.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 79%.Rainfall
In Orkney, during January, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Orkney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Orkney is January, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.Daylight
In Orkney, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.On the first day of January in Orkney, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Orkney, Kentucky, is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the coldest in Orkney?
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How much does it rain in Orkney in January?
When does it snow the most in Orkney?
How much does it snow in Orkney in January?
How many hours of daylight does Orkney have in January?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Orkney?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Orkney?
How many hours of sunshine does Orkney have in January?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Orkney?
What is the UV index reading in January in Orkney?
Average temperature in January
Orkney, KY
- Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 27°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°F).
Average pressure in January
Orkney, 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
Orkney, KY
- Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Orkney, KY
- Average humidity in January: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Orkney, KY
- Average rainfall in January: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in January
Orkney, KY
- Average rainfall days in January: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Orkney, KY
- Average snowfall in January: 4.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Orkney, KY
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Orkney, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Orkney, KY
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Orkney, KY
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Orkney, 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 32).
Average visibility in January
Orkney, 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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