January weather forecast
Rural, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Rural, Kentucky, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Rural, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Rural, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rural. In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rural, 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 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Rural records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

Rural in January has an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rural have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Rural, KY

Average temperature in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average pressure in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average wind speed in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average humidity in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average rainfall in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average snowfall in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average UV index in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Rural, 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
Rural, KY

Average visibility in January - Rural, 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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