January weather forecast
Independence, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Independence, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Independence, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.8 rainfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Independence, Virginia, in January, during 6.7 snowfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Independence, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Independence, Virginia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Independence, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What are the least humid months in Independence?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Independence, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Independence, during January, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Independence, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months 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 intensity in January in Independence?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Independence, VA

Average temperature in January - Independence, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Independence, VA

Average pressure in January - Independence, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Independence, VA

Average wind speed in January - Independence, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Independence, VA

Average humidity in January - Independence, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Independence, VA

Average rainfall in January - Independence, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in January
Independence, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Independence, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Independence, VA

Average snowfall in January - Independence, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Independence, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Independence, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Independence, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Independence, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Independence, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Independence, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Independence, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Independence, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Independence, VA

Average visibility in January - Independence, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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