January weather forecast
Lexington, VA

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Weather in January

The start of the year welcomes a wintry scene in Lexington, Virginia with January being the most frigid compared to the adjacent months. The city experiences the lowest sunlight hours in this month, creating a chilly and gloomy atmosphere. The weather conditions are heightened by the presence of snowfall, making January a snowy month ideal for winter activities. The streets are usually coated with snow, leading to a potential dip in outdoor activities. The coldest temperatures typically fall between 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C) with the highest snowfall at 1.77" (45mm).

Temperature

Lexington's January weather, with an average high temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, in Lexington, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Lexington, during January, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lexington, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

Lexington in January has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lexington?

In Lexington, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lexington in January?

In Lexington, during January, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Lexington, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lexington, VA

Average temperature in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Lexington, VA

Average pressure in January - Lexington, 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
Lexington, VA

Average wind speed in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Lexington, VA

Average humidity in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Lexington, VA

Average rainfall in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Lexington, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lexington, VA

Average snowfall in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lexington, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lexington, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lexington, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Lexington, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Lexington, VA

Average UV index in January - Lexington, 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
Lexington, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Lexington, VA

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

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

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