Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
January, marked by an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In West Jefferson, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 14.37" (365mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in West Jefferson is 10h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the least sunshine?
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When is the lowest UV index?
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Average temperature in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 24.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).
Average pressure in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average humidity in January: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").
Average rainfall days in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Jefferson, NC
- 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: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).
Average UV index in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in January
West Jefferson, NC
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
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