January weather forecast
South Boston, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in South Boston, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

In South Boston, Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In South Boston, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Boston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Boston, Virginia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In South Boston, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average January temperature?

The high-temperature, in January, in South Boston, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In South Boston, during January, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in South Boston?

In South Boston, in January, during 3.1 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Boston have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in South Boston, Virginia, is 5.6h.

When is 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 South Boston, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
South Boston, VA

Average temperature in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in January
South Boston, VA

Average pressure in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Boston, VA

Average wind speed in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
South Boston, VA

Average humidity in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
South Boston, VA

Average rainfall in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
South Boston, VA

Average rainfall days in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Boston, VA

Average snowfall in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Boston, VA

Average snowfall days in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.1 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
South Boston, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in January
South Boston, VA

Average sunshine days in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
South Boston, VA

Average UV index in January - South Boston, 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
South Boston, VA

Average cloud cover in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
South Boston, VA

Average visibility in January - South Boston, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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