January weather forecast
Virginia City, NV

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Weather in January

January encounters a steep drop in temperature with one of the coldest records being 25.5°F (-3.6°C). It is the beginning of the frigid climate in Virginia City, Nevada. Snowfall is frequent with sleeting snow and gusty winds making outdoor activities a treacherous affair. It's a time to keep the homes warm and cozy, tucked away from the freezing weather outside. Those venturing outdoors should bundle up as the relentless cold is not showing any sign of respite.

Temperature

The shift into January reveals an average high-temperature of a still cold 40.6°F (4.8°C), closely mirroring December's climate. In the month of January, the average low-temperature in Virginia City usually rests at a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the most humid months in Virginia City.

Rainfall

In Virginia City, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82 rainfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Virginia City. In Virginia City, Nevada, in January, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Virginia City, Nevada, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, in Virginia City, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:17 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Virginia City is 6.4h.

UV index

In Virginia City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Virginia City in January?

The high-temperature in Virginia City, Nevada, during January is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What are the most humid months in Virginia City?

The months with the highest humidity in Virginia City are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in January in Virginia City?

In Virginia City, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

How much does it rain in Virginia City in January?

In Virginia City, Nevada, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Virginia City?

In Virginia City, in January, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in Virginia City, Nevada, is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Virginia City?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Virginia City, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:17 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Virginia City have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Virginia City, Nevada, is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in January in Virginia City?

In Virginia City, the average daily maximum UV index in January 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 temperature in January
Virginia City, NV

Average temperature in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Virginia City, NV

Average pressure in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Virginia City, NV

Average wind speed in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Virginia City, NV

Average humidity in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).

Average rainfall in January
Virginia City, NV

Average rainfall in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Virginia City, NV

Average rainfall days in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Virginia City, NV

Average snowfall in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Virginia City, NV

Average snowfall days in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Virginia City, NV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Virginia City, NV

Average sunshine days in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Virginia City, NV

Average UV index in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Virginia City, NV

Average cloud cover in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
Virginia City, NV

Average visibility in January - Virginia City, NV
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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