January weather forecast
Chelsea, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Chelsea, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

In Chelsea, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Chelsea, Virginia, during January, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Chelsea, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chelsea, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chelsea. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Chelsea, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

How cold does it get in Chelsea in January?

In Chelsea, in January, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Chelsea, in January, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chelsea have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with 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 Chelsea, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Chelsea, VA

Average temperature in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Chelsea, VA

Average pressure in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Chelsea, VA

Average wind speed in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Chelsea, VA

Average humidity in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Chelsea, VA

Average rainfall in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Chelsea, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chelsea, VA

Average snowfall in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chelsea, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Chelsea, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chelsea, 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 December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chelsea, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Chelsea, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Chelsea, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Chelsea, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Chelsea, VA

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

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

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