January weather forecast
Big Island, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Big Island, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Big Island, Virginia, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Big Island, in January, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Big Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Big Island, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Big Island is 5.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. 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. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Big Island, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 40.6°F (4.8°C) at the peak and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in January?

During January, Big Island experiences an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Big Island, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Big Island, in January, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Big Island, in January, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Big Island, the average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Big Island, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What is the month with 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Big Island, VA

Average temperature in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Big Island, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Big Island, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Big Island, VA

Average humidity in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Big Island, VA

Average rainfall in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Big Island, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Big Island, VA

Average snowfall in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Big Island, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 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
Big Island, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Island, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Big Island, VA

Average UV index in January - Big Island, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Big Island, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Big Island, VA

Average visibility in January - Big Island, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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