January weather forecast
Bristol, VA

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Weather in January

Snowfall is not uncommon in January, with Bristol, Virginia, resting under an average of 1.89" (48mm) of snow, making January one of the coldest months of the year. Shrouding the snow-capped city, cloud cover stands prominent, shielding most of the sunlight, as the days often start foggy, leading to decreased visibility. Weather patterns in January demand layers and warm clothing, with frost and ice becoming a familiar sight. As the year commences, the city spirals into a chiller, slower pace, defining the winters of Bristol. Succeeding the chilling January, February brings slight changes in weather conditions, offering a slightly warmer temperature range, still requiring warm coats and scarves.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 41°F (5°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bristol, in January, during 8.6 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.4 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Bristol, is 41°F (5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Bristol is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Bristol, during January, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in January?

In Bristol, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Bristol, VA

Average temperature in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Bristol, VA

Average pressure in January - Bristol, 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
Bristol, VA

Average wind speed in January - Bristol, 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 (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Bristol, VA

Average humidity in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Bristol, VA

Average rainfall in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Bristol, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bristol, VA

Average snowfall in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bristol, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bristol, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Bristol, VA

Average UV index in January - Bristol, 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
Bristol, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Bristol, VA

Average visibility in January - Bristol, 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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