January weather forecast
West Van Lear, KY

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Weather in January

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

Temperature

West Van Lear's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) to a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Van Lear, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In West Van Lear, in January, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West Van Lear, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day 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, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), January stands out as the coldest month in West Van Lear, Kentucky.

Is it cold during January?

In West Van Lear, 40.3°F (4.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

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

How much does it snow in January?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Van Lear have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

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 Van Lear, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
West Van Lear, KY

Average temperature in January - West 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
West Van Lear, KY

Average pressure in January - West 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
West Van Lear, KY

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

Average humidity in January - West 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
West Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall in January - West 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
West Van Lear, KY

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

Average snowfall in January - West 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
West Van Lear, KY

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

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

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

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

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

Average visibility in January - West 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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