January weather forecast
Whitesburg, KY

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Weather in January

Whitesburg, Kentucky experiences a chilly start to the year in January, with snowfall reaching 5" (127mm). This is corroborated by the average low and high temperatures, which firmly set the stage for a classic winter month. The humidity, although not at its highest, is still considerably high, contributing to the general chill in the air. Precipitation, mantled in frost, makes for a strikingly pristine landscape. Despite the cold, the city's beauty in winter invites exploration.

Temperature

In Whitesburg, Kentucky, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Whitesburg is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whitesburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Whitesburg, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Whitesburg?

During the coldest month in Whitesburg, January, temperatures average a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

How cold does it get in Whitesburg in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Whitesburg, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Whitesburg?

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

How much does it rain in Whitesburg in January?

In January, in Whitesburg, Kentucky, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Whitesburg?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Whitesburg in January?

In Whitesburg, in January, during 11.1 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Whitesburg have in January?

The average day length in January in Whitesburg, Kentucky, is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Whitesburg?

On the first day of January in Whitesburg, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Whitesburg?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Whitesburg have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Whitesburg, Kentucky, is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Whitesburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Whitesburg?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitesburg 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 rainfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average temperature in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average pressure in January - Whitesburg, 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
Whitesburg, KY

Average wind speed in January - Whitesburg, 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
Whitesburg, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average rainfall in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average snowfall in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average UV index in January - Whitesburg, KY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Whitesburg, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Whitesburg, KY

Average visibility in January - Whitesburg, 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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