January weather forecast
York, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in York, Kentucky, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.8°F (3.2°C) and min 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In York, in January, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.4 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, having an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in York, records 37.8°F (3.2°C), while the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In York, in January, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In York, in January, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In York, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 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 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does York have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in York is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
York, KY

Average temperature in January - York, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
York, KY

Average pressure in January - York, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
York, KY

Average wind speed in January - York, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
York, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in January
York, KY

Average rainfall in January - York, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
York, KY

Average rainfall days in January - York, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.5 days

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

Average snowfall in January
York, KY

Average snowfall in January - York, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
York, KY

Average snowfall days in January - York, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
York, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - York, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
York, KY

Average sunshine days in January - York, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in January
York, KY

Average UV index in January - York, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
York, KY

Average cloud cover in January - York, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
York, KY

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

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

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