January weather forecast
Whitewood, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Whitewood, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 41°F (5°C) and min 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 41°F (5°C) and as low as 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Whitewood, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whitewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitewood, during January, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.1 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Whitewood, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Whitewood, the average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 41°F (5°C) and as low as 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Is January cold in Whitewood?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Whitewood, is 41°F (5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Whitewood?

In Whitewood, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Whitewood, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Whitewood in January?

In Whitewood, in January, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whitewood have in January?

In January, the average day length in Whitewood is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Whitewood, 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 and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Whitewood is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Whitewood, KY

Average temperature in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Whitewood, KY

Average pressure in January - Whitewood, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whitewood, KY

Average wind speed in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Whitewood, KY

Average humidity in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Whitewood, KY

Average rainfall in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in January
Whitewood, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whitewood, KY

Average snowfall in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whitewood, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 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
Whitewood, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whitewood, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whitewood, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Whitewood, KY

Average UV index in January - Whitewood, 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
Whitewood, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Whitewood, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Whitewood, KY

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

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

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