January weather forecast
Van Lear, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Van Lear, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Van Lear is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Van Lear is 9h and 54min.
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, in Van Lear, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Van Lear, Kentucky, is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Van Lear?

January is the month when Van Lear, Kentucky, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold is it in Van Lear in January?

January temperatures in Van Lear vary between a high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Van Lear?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Van Lear?

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

How many days does it snow in January in Van Lear?

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

What is the average length of the day in January in Van Lear?

In January, the average day length in Van Lear is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Van Lear?

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, in Van Lear, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Van Lear?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Van Lear.

How many hours of sunshine does Van Lear have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Van Lear, Kentucky, is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Van Lear?

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 intensity in January in Van Lear?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Van Lear, KY

Average temperature in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average pressure in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average wind speed in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average humidity in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average snowfall in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average UV index in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average visibility in January - Van Lear, 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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