January weather forecast
Altavista, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Altavista, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Altavista's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and lows of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Altavista, during January, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Altavista are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Altavista, Virginia. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Altavista is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Altavista are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Altavista?

The coldest period in Altavista is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

How cold is January in Altavista?

In Altavista, in January, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Altavista?

The average relative humidity in January in Altavista, Virginia, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January in Altavista?

In Altavista, Virginia, in January, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Altavista?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Altavista. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Altavista?

In January, in Altavista, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Altavista have in January?

In Altavista, the average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Altavista?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altavista?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Altavista.

How many hours of sunshine does Altavista have in January?

In Altavista, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Altavista?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Altavista, Virginia.

How high is the UV index in January in Altavista?

In Altavista, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Altavista, VA

Average temperature in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Altavista, VA

Average pressure in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Altavista, VA

Average wind speed in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Altavista, VA

Average humidity in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Altavista, VA

Average rainfall in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Altavista, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Altavista, VA

Average snowfall in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Altavista, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Altavista, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Altavista, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Altavista, VA

Average UV index in January - Altavista, VA
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Altavista, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Altavista, VA

Average visibility in January - Altavista, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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