January weather forecast
Phelps, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Phelps, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

In Phelps, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Phelps is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Phelps, in January, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Phelps, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of January, in Phelps, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, 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 in Phelps. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Phelps?

The lowest temperatures in Phelps are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Is January cold in Phelps?

In January, in Phelps, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Phelps?

In Phelps, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Phelps in January?

In January, in Phelps, Kentucky, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Phelps?

In Phelps, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Phelps?

In January, the average day length in Phelps is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Phelps?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Phelps?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Phelps, Kentucky.

How many hours of sunshine does Phelps have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Phelps?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Phelps?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Phelps is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Phelps, KY

Average temperature in January - Phelps, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Phelps, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Phelps, KY

Average wind speed in January - Phelps, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Phelps, KY

Average humidity in January - Phelps, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Phelps, KY

Average rainfall in January - Phelps, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Phelps, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Phelps, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Phelps, KY

Average snowfall in January - Phelps, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Phelps, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Phelps, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Phelps, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Phelps, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Phelps, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Phelps, KY

Average UV index in January - Phelps, 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
Phelps, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Phelps, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Phelps, KY

Average visibility in January - Phelps, 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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