January weather forecast
Rocky Gap, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Rocky Gap, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 37.9°F (3.3°C) and as low as 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Rocky Gap is 80%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Gap, Virginia, in January, during 10 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rocky Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rocky Gap, Virginia, in January, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.06" (154mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.5 snowfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Rocky Gap is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Rocky Gap.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rocky Gap?

In Rocky Gap, Virginia, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Is it cold in Rocky Gap during January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Rocky Gap, is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Rocky Gap?

In January, the average relative humidity in Rocky Gap is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Rocky Gap?

In January, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Rocky Gap?

In Rocky Gap, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Rocky Gap?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Rocky Gap?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rocky Gap?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Gap have in January?

In Rocky Gap, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rocky Gap?

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 reading in January in Rocky Gap?

In Rocky Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average temperature in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average pressure in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average wind speed in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average humidity in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average rainfall in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average snowfall in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rocky Gap, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average UV index in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Rocky Gap, VA

Average visibility in January - Rocky Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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