January weather forecast
Soft Shell, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Soft Shell, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Soft Shell's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Soft Shell, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Soft Shell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Soft Shell, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

Is January cold?

Soft Shell in January has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Soft Shell, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Soft Shell have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Soft Shell?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.3h 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 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Soft Shell, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average temperature in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average pressure in January - Soft Shell, 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
Soft Shell, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average humidity in January - Soft Shell, 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 November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average rainfall in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average snowfall in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Soft Shell, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Soft Shell, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average UV index in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Soft Shell, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average visibility in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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