January weather forecast
Chester Gap, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Chester Gap, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chester Gap, in January, during 7.8 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chester Gap, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Chester Gap, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Chester Gap experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a minimum of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Is it cold during January?

In January, in Chester Gap, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Chester Gap in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Chester Gap, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Chester Gap, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Chester Gap, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Chester Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average temperature in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average pressure in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"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
Chester Gap, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average humidity in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average rainfall in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average snowfall in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chester Gap, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Chester Gap, VA

Average UV index in January - Chester Gap, 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
Chester Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

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
Chester Gap, VA

Average visibility in January - Chester Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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