January weather forecast
Sharkey, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Sharkey, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Sharkey, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sharkey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sharkey are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sharkey, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Sharkey?

With its average high temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Is January cold?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Sharkey, is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sharkey, in January, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sharkey have in January?

In Sharkey, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sharkey, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sharkey have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Sharkey, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sharkey, KY

Average temperature in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Sharkey, KY

Average pressure in January - Sharkey, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sharkey, KY

Average wind speed in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Sharkey, KY

Average humidity in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

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

Average rainfall in January
Sharkey, KY

Average rainfall in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Sharkey, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sharkey, KY

Average snowfall in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sharkey, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sharkey, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sharkey, KY

Average UV index in January - Sharkey, 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
Sharkey, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Sharkey, KY

Average visibility in January - Sharkey, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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