January weather forecast
Sanford, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sanford, Virginia, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Sanford, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Sanford, in January, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Sanford, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.5 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sanford, Virginia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sanford, the average sunshine in January 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C), January is the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in Sanford, records 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January in Sanford?

In January, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout January, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sanford?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe 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
Sanford, VA

Average temperature in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.5°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 (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Sanford, VA

Average pressure in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sanford, VA

Average wind speed in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Sanford, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Sanford, VA

Average rainfall in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Sanford, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sanford, VA

Average snowfall in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sanford, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sanford, VA

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sanford, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Sanford, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Sanford, VA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Sanford, VA

Average visibility in January - Sanford, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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