January weather forecast
Stanford, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Stanford, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.6°F (-3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stanford, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 39.37" (1000mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Stanford, in January, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Stanford, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stanford are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Stanford?

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Stanford, in January, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Stanford have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What are the months with 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 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
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Stanford, KY

Average temperature in January - Stanford, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Stanford, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Stanford, KY

Average wind speed in January - Stanford, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Stanford, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Stanford, KY

Average rainfall in January - Stanford, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in January
Stanford, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Stanford, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Stanford, KY

Average snowfall in January - Stanford, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Stanford, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Stanford, 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Stanford, 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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average sunshine days in January
Stanford, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Stanford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Stanford, KY

Average UV index in January - Stanford, 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
Stanford, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Stanford, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Stanford, KY

Average visibility in January - Stanford, 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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