January weather forecast
Hanover, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Hanover, Virginia, is a frosty winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and max 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

In Hanover, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 43.9°F (6.6°C) and reaching a low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Hanover, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hanover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hanover, Virginia, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Hanover?

In Hanover, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Hanover, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hanover, VA

Average temperature in January - Hanover, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Hanover, VA

Average pressure in January - Hanover, 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
Hanover, VA

Average wind speed in January - Hanover, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Hanover, VA

Average humidity in January - Hanover, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Hanover, VA

Average rainfall in January - Hanover, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Hanover, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Hanover, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hanover, VA

Average snowfall in January - Hanover, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hanover, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Hanover, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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
Hanover, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hanover, 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 3min

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
Hanover, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Hanover, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Hanover, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Hanover, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Hanover, VA

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

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

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