January weather forecast
West Point, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Point, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

West Point experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a minimum of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

In West Point, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Point are January, February 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is West Point's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and lows of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in West Point, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in West Point?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, in West Point, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In West Point, in January, during 7.8 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Point have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in West Point?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Point have 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 West Point, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
West Point, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
West Point, KY

Average pressure in January - West Point, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Point, KY

Average wind speed in January - West Point, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
West Point, KY

Average humidity in January - West Point, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
West Point, KY

Average rainfall in January - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
West Point, KY

Average rainfall days in January - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Point, KY

Average snowfall in January - West Point, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Point, KY

Average snowfall days in January - West Point, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
West Point, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Point, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
West Point, KY

Average sunshine days in January - West Point, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
West Point, KY

Average UV index in January - West Point, 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
West Point, KY

Average cloud cover in January - West Point, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
West Point, KY

Average visibility in January - West Point, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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