January weather forecast
Orkney Springs, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Orkney Springs, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

In Orkney Springs, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Orkney Springs, in January, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.6 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout January, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. In Orkney Springs, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Orkney Springs, Virginia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Orkney Springs, Virginia. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 37.6°F (3.1°C) at the peak and 23°F (-5°C) at the base.

How cold does it get in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Orkney Springs, in January, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Orkney Springs, during January, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orkney Springs have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Orkney Springs?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Orkney Springs have in January?

In Orkney Springs, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What is the month 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 intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average temperature in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average pressure in January - Orkney Springs, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average wind speed in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average humidity in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average rainfall in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average snowfall in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Orkney Springs, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average UV index in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

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

Average visibility in January
Orkney Springs, VA

Average visibility in January - Orkney Springs, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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