January weather forecast
Newport News, VA

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Weather in January

Despite the cool temperatures, the average highs for January in Newport News, Virginia, USA tend to linger around 44.8°F (7.1°C). Affected by the cooler North Atlantic sea currents, January is typically a chilly month. This period is characterized by nearly equal daylight and sunshine hours, hand in hand with a gradual increase in sunshine days. Noteworthy is the delicate snowfall, the white blanket rarely making an appearance. Essentially, January is a melancholy painting of gray skies and brisk winds in Newport News.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Newport News, Virginia, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Newport News, during January, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Newport News, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.3 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 45.5°F (7.5°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Newport News, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Newport News. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What are the temperatures in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Newport News, records 44.8°F (7.1°C), while the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Newport News?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in Newport News?

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

How much does it snow in January?

In Newport News, during January, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In Newport News, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.5°F (7.5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport News have in January?

In Newport News, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Newport News?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Newport News, VA

Average temperature in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.8°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 (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Newport News, VA

Average pressure in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Newport News, VA

Average wind speed in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Newport News, VA

Average humidity in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

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

Average rainfall in January
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Newport News, VA

Average sea temperature in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 45.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Newport News, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Newport News, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Newport News, VA

Average UV index in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Newport News, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

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 27).

Average visibility in January
Newport News, VA

Average visibility in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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