January weather forecast
South Shore, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in South Shore, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In South Shore, during January, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Shore, there are 170.4 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Shore, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in South Shore is January, when snow falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in South Shore is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in South Shore?

The coldest time of the year in South Shore is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Is January cold in South Shore?

In January, in South Shore, the average high-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in South Shore?

In South Shore, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in South Shore?

In South Shore, in January, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in South Shore?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in South Shore in January?

In South Shore, Kentucky, in January, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in South Shore?

In South Shore, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in South Shore?

On the first day of January in South Shore, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Shore?

January has the least sunshine of the year in South Shore, Kentucky, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Shore have in January?

In South Shore, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Shore?

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

How high is the UV index in January in South Shore?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in South Shore, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
South Shore, KY

Average temperature in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
South Shore, KY

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

Average wind speed in January
South Shore, KY

Average wind speed in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
South Shore, KY

Average humidity in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

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
South Shore, KY

Average rainfall in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
South Shore, KY

Average rainfall days in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Shore, KY

Average snowfall in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Shore, KY

Average snowfall days in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
South Shore, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Shore, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Shore, KY

Average sunshine days in January - South Shore, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in January
South Shore, KY

Average UV index in January - South Shore, 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
South Shore, KY

Average cloud cover in January - South Shore, 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 30).

Average visibility in January
South Shore, KY

Average visibility in January - South Shore, 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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