January weather forecast
Kent, OH

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A long shot of the clear railways tracks with buildings in this railway station in the small city of Kent, Ohio
A long shot of the clear railways tracks with buildings in this railway station in the small city of Kent, Ohio

Weather in January

Kent, Ohio begins the year with the winter season at its peak. A significant amount of snowfall decorates the cityscape as January is recognized as the month with the highest snowfall records of 7.48" (190mm). Traditional winter activities prosper during this time, lending the city a festive aesthetic. Low visibility conditions due to cloud cover and falling snow necessitate caution while traversing the roads. Overall, crisp cold days radiating a cool blue temperature palette epitomize the weather for January.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In Kent, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kent, Ohio, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Kent, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Temperature records in Kent mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and lows at 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kent, records 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Kent, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Kent?

In Kent, during January, snow falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kent have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Kent have in January?

In Kent, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Kent, OH

Average temperature in January - Kent, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Kent, OH

Average pressure in January - Kent, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kent, OH

Average wind speed in January - Kent, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Kent, OH

Average humidity in January - Kent, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Kent, OH

Average rainfall in January - Kent, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Kent, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Kent, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kent, OH

Average snowfall in January - Kent, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kent, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Kent, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kent, OH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kent, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Kent, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Kent, OH

Average UV index in January - Kent, OH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Kent, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Kent, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Kent, OH

Average visibility in January - Kent, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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