January weather forecast
Sitka, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Sitka, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sitka are January through April, October through December. In Sitka, Kentucky, in January, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Sitka's January weather reaches an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature during January is 40.3°F (4.6°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Sitka, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Sitka, in January, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sitka have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sitka?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sitka, KY

Average temperature in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Sitka, KY

Average pressure in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sitka, KY

Average wind speed in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Sitka, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Sitka, KY

Average rainfall in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Sitka, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sitka, KY

Average snowfall in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sitka, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in January - Sitka, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Sitka, KY

Average UV index in January - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Sitka, 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 30).

Average visibility in January
Sitka, KY

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

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

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