January weather forecast
Petersburg, VA

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Weather in January

January in Petersburg, Virginia starts off the year with moderately cold weather. Skies over the city mostly stay cloudy. The steadily blowing wind from the north is one key characteristic for January, adding to the chill factor. Daylight duration is the lowest in comparison to other months, accompanying a frozen turf due to snowfall. Remarkably, this month records the lowest average temperature that drops to 30°F (-1.1°C) and averages to no more than 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Petersburg is 74%.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, in January, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, Virginia, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Petersburg are January through April, November and December. In January, in Petersburg, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.5 days and aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Petersburg is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Petersburg, Virginia, is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 45.3°F (7.4°C) and reaching a low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

What are January temperatures in Petersburg?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Petersburg?

In January, the average relative humidity in Petersburg is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Virginia, during January, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in January?

In Petersburg, the average day length in January is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Petersburg?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in January?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Petersburg?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Petersburg?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Petersburg is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Petersburg, VA

Average temperature in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in January
Petersburg, VA

Average pressure in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"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
Petersburg, VA

Average wind speed in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Petersburg, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Petersburg, VA

Average rainfall in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Petersburg, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Petersburg, VA

Average snowfall in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Petersburg, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Petersburg, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Petersburg, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Petersburg, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Petersburg, VA

Average UV index in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Petersburg, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Petersburg, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Petersburg, VA

Average visibility in January - Petersburg, 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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