Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
January is Richmond's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 44.6°F (7°C) and lows of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Richmond, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richmond, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Richmond, Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Richmond. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Richmond, VA
- Average high temperature in January: 44.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 29.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Richmond, 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
Richmond, VA
- Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Richmond, 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
Richmond, VA
- Average rainfall in January: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in January
Richmond, VA
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Richmond, VA
- Average snowfall in January: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Richmond, VA
- Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Richmond, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Richmond, VA
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Richmond, 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
Richmond, VA
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Richmond, VA
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and December (5mi).
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