January weather forecast
Halifax, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Halifax, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

In Halifax, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In Halifax, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Halifax is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Halifax, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January in Halifax, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Halifax are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Halifax?

Halifax's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and lows of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the usual temperature for Halifax in January?

January temperatures in Halifax, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Halifax?

In Halifax, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in Halifax in January?

In Halifax, Virginia, in January, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Halifax?

The month with the most snowfall in Halifax is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Halifax?

In January, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Halifax?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Halifax, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Halifax?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Halifax, Virginia, is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Halifax?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Halifax?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Halifax, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Halifax, VA

Average temperature in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Halifax, VA

Average pressure in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Halifax, VA

Average wind speed in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Halifax, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Halifax, VA

Average rainfall in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Halifax, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Halifax, VA

Average snowfall in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Halifax, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.1 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
Halifax, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Halifax, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Halifax, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Halifax, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Halifax, VA

Average UV index in January - Halifax, 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
Halifax, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Halifax, VA

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

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

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