January weather forecast
Lincoln, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Lincoln, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°F (3.7°C) and min 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 38.7°F (3.7°C) at the peak and 24.8°F (-4°C) at the base.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Lincoln, during January, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lincoln, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of January, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

How cold is January in Lincoln?

The high-temperature, in January, in Lincoln, records 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lincoln?

The average relative humidity in January in Lincoln, Virginia, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, during January, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Lincoln?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Lincoln, Virginia. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, in January, during 6.8 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lincoln?

On the first day of January in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lincoln?

The months with the least sunshine in Lincoln, Virginia, are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lincoln?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Lincoln?

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

Average temperature in January
Lincoln, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Lincoln, VA

Average pressure in January - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, VA

Average wind speed in January - Lincoln, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Lincoln, VA

Average humidity in January - Lincoln, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

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

Average rainfall in January
Lincoln, VA

Average rainfall in January - Lincoln, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Lincoln, VA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lincoln, VA

Average snowfall in January - Lincoln, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lincoln, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Lincoln, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Lincoln, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lincoln, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Lincoln, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Lincoln, VA

Average UV index in January - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Lincoln, 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 30).

Average visibility in January
Lincoln, VA

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

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

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