January weather forecast
Rockcastle, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Rockcastle, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

In Rockcastle, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Rockcastle, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rockcastle, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.8 rainfall days, and 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rockcastle, in January, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.6 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rockcastle, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with its average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in Rockcastle, records 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Rockcastle, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Rockcastle, in January, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Rockcastle, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rockcastle?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average temperature in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average pressure in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average wind speed in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average humidity in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average rainfall in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average snowfall in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Rockcastle, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average UV index in January - Rockcastle, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Rockcastle, KY

Average visibility in January - Rockcastle, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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