January weather forecast
Powhatan, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Powhatan, Virginia, is a frosty winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

Powhatan experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a minimum of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Powhatan, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Powhatan, in January, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Powhatan, in January, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Powhatan, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, having an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C), is the coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

Powhatan in January has an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Powhatan, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Powhatan, during January, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Powhatan, in January, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Powhatan have in January?

In January, the average day length in Powhatan is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Powhatan have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Powhatan is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Powhatan, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Powhatan, VA

Average temperature in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Powhatan, VA

Average pressure in January - Powhatan, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Powhatan, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Powhatan, VA

Average humidity in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Powhatan, VA

Average rainfall in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Powhatan, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Powhatan, VA

Average snowfall in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Powhatan, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Powhatan, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Powhatan, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Powhatan, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Powhatan, VA

Average UV index in January - Powhatan, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Powhatan, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Powhatan, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Powhatan, VA

Average visibility in January - Powhatan, 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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