January weather forecast
Chester, OH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Chester, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C), is Chester's coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Chester, in January, during 11 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.5 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chester, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Chester, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.1 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chester, Ohio, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Is January cold?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Chester, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Chester, during January, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Chester, during January, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Chester, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chester?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in January?

In Chester, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Chester, OH

Average temperature in January - Chester, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Chester, OH

Average pressure in January - Chester, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Chester, OH

Average wind speed in January - Chester, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Chester, OH

Average humidity in January - Chester, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Chester, OH

Average rainfall in January - Chester, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in January
Chester, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Chester, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chester, OH

Average snowfall in January - Chester, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chester, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Chester, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chester, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chester, OH
  • 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: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chester, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Chester, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Chester, OH

Average UV index in January - Chester, OH
  • 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
Chester, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Chester, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Chester, OH

Average visibility in January - Chester, OH
  • 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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