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 stands out as Richmond's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 79%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Richmond, in January, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.4 days and aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Richmond is 9h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.1h 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the coldest time of year?
Is January cold?
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How many days does it rain in January?
How much does it snow in January?
What is the average length of the day in January?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in January?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in January?
Average temperature in January
Richmond, KY
- Average high temperature in January: 39.7°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 (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Richmond, KY
- Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Richmond, KY
- Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in January
Richmond, KY
- Average humidity in January: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Richmond, KY
- Average rainfall in January: 1.18"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in January
Richmond, KY
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Richmond, KY
- Average snowfall in January: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Richmond, KY
- Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Richmond, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Richmond, KY
- Average sunshine days in January: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Richmond, 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
Richmond, KY
- Average cloud cover in January: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Richmond, KY
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).
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