January weather forecast
Whitley City, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Whitley City, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In Whitley City, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Whitley City, during January, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Whitley City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 37.52" (953mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whitley City, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with its average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in Whitley City, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Whitley City, during January, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Whitley City, in January, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whitley City have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Whitley City, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with 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 reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Whitley City, KY

Average temperature in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Whitley City, KY

Average pressure in January - Whitley City, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whitley City, KY

Average wind speed in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Whitley City, KY

Average humidity in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Whitley City, KY

Average rainfall in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Whitley City, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whitley City, KY

Average snowfall in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whitley City, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Whitley City, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whitley City, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Whitley City, KY

Average UV index in January - Whitley City, 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
Whitley City, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Whitley City, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Whitley City, KY

Average visibility in January - Whitley City, 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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