January weather forecast
Wales, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Wales, Kentucky, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Wales, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Wales, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wales, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wales, in January, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.87" (149mm) of snow. In Wales, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:53 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, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Wales?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month.

Is January cold?

In Wales, in January, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Wales, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Wales in January?

In January, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wales in January?

In Wales, Kentucky, in January, during 12.4 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Wales have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Wales, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Wales, KY

Average temperature in January - Wales, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Wales, KY

Average pressure in January - Wales, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wales, KY

Average wind speed in January - Wales, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Wales, KY

Average humidity in January - Wales, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Wales, KY

Average rainfall in January - Wales, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in January
Wales, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Wales, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wales, KY

Average snowfall in January - Wales, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wales, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Wales, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wales, 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 and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wales, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Wales, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Wales, KY

Average UV index in January - Wales, 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
Wales, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Wales, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Wales, KY

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

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

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