January weather forecast
Shelbyville, KY

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Weather in January

The weather in Shelbyville, Kentucky begins the year with a chill in the air. Average high temperatures hover around 39°F (3.9°C), and the lower temperatures plunge down to 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In comparison with December, January experiences a dip in temperatures, asserting the winter season's grip. January sees around nine days of rainfall and seven of snowfall, creating a wintery mix for residents. The predominance of overcast days sets a typical cold winter atmosphere.

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 39°F (3.9°C) and lows at 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In Shelbyville, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shelbyville, in January, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shelbyville, in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shelbyville, there are 25.3 snowfall days, and 6.81" (173mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Shelbyville, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Is January cold in Shelbyville?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Shelbyville, is 39°F (3.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 Shelbyville, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average temperature in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Shelbyville, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average wind speed in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average humidity in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

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

Average rainfall in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average rainfall in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average snowfall in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Shelbyville, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shelbyville, 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: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Shelbyville, KY

Average UV index in January - Shelbyville, 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
Shelbyville, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Shelbyville, KY

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

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

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