January weather forecast
Portsmouth, OH

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Portsmouth, Ohio, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

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.

Humidity

In Portsmouth, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is 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 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Portsmouth, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Portsmouth during January are 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth, during January, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Portsmouth have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Portsmouth 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Portsmouth, OH

Average temperature in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average pressure in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average wind speed in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average humidity in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average rainfall in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average snowfall in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average UV index in January - Portsmouth, 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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
Portsmouth, OH

Average visibility in January - Portsmouth, OH
  • 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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