January weather forecast
Blue Ridge, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Blue Ridge, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Blue Ridge, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Blue Ridge, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Blue Ridge, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Blue Ridge, during January, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Blue Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.8 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January in Blue Ridge, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Blue Ridge are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Blue Ridge, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Is it cold during January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Blue Ridge is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Blue Ridge, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Blue Ridge, in January, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Blue Ridge?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Blue Ridge, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average temperature in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average pressure in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average wind speed in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average humidity in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blue Ridge, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average UV index in January - Blue Ridge, 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
Blue Ridge, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

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

Average visibility in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average visibility in January - Blue Ridge, 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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