January weather forecast
Mount Vernon, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Mount Vernon, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

Mount Vernon records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Mount Vernon is 72%.

Rainfall

In Mount Vernon, Virginia, in January, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Vernon, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Vernon, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), is considered the coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

In Mount Vernon, in January, the average high-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Mount Vernon, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Mount Vernon, in January, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Mount Vernon?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Mount Vernon, in January, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Vernon have in January?

In Mount Vernon, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Mount Vernon?

In Mount Vernon, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Mount Vernon, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average pressure in January - Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, VA

Average wind speed in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average humidity in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average rainfall in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average snowfall in January - Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Mount Vernon, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average UV index in January - Mount Vernon, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Mount Vernon, VA

Average visibility in January - Mount Vernon, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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