January weather forecast
Chesapeake, VA

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Weather in January

The onset of the year in Chesapeake, Virginia, USA finds the weather decidedly in winter's grip. Temperatures edge between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C), the month's characteristic chills contributing to an overall sense of crispness. The arrival of January also signals an increase in humidity, keeping the air moist and heavy during this period. Snowfall, although relatively mild in comparison to other regions, occasionally dusts the scenery with a maximum of 0.47" (12mm) of white blanket decor. Despite the chill, snow cover does not dominate the month, making it easier to navigate the city's roads and paths.

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a low of 34.7°F (1.5°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Chesapeake, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chesapeake, in January, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chesapeake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Chesapeake. Snow falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Chesapeake, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.5°F (7.5°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 45.5°F (7.5°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What are the temperatures in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Chesapeake is January, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Chesapeake, in January, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In Chesapeake, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.5°F (7.5°C). Swimming in 45.5°F (7.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Chesapeake have in January?

In Chesapeake, the average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Chesapeake, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Chesapeake, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average temperature in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average pressure in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average wind speed in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average humidity in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average rainfall in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average snowfall in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average sea temperature in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 45.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chesapeake, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Chesapeake, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Chesapeake, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Chesapeake, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Chesapeake, VA

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

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

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