January weather forecast
Appalachia, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Appalachia, Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Appalachia, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Appalachia, in January, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Appalachia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.2 days and collects up to 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Appalachia. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month in Appalachia.

Is January cold?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Appalachia, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Appalachia, Virginia, in January, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Appalachia, during January, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Appalachia have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Appalachia, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Appalachia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Appalachia, VA

Average temperature in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Appalachia, VA

Average pressure in January - Appalachia, VA
  • 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
Appalachia, VA

Average wind speed in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Appalachia, VA

Average humidity in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in January
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Appalachia, VA

Average snowfall in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Appalachia, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Appalachia, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Appalachia, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Appalachia, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Appalachia, VA

Average UV index in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Appalachia, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Appalachia, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Appalachia, VA

Average visibility in January - Appalachia, VA
  • 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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