January weather forecast
Sparta, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Sparta, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

In Sparta, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 42.6°F (5.9°C) and reaching a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sparta are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Sparta. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January in Sparta, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Sparta, Virginia, is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sparta are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Sparta?

Temperature records in Sparta mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 42.6°F (5.9°C) and lows at 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

How cold does it get in Sparta in January?

The high-temperature during January is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Sparta?

In Sparta, Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in Sparta?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Sparta. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sparta in January?

In Sparta, Virginia, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Sparta?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Sparta, Virginia. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Sparta?

In January, in Sparta, Virginia, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Sparta?

In January, the average day length in Sparta is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sparta?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparta have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Sparta is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sparta?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Sparta?

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Sparta, VA

Average temperature in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Sparta, VA

Average pressure in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"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
Sparta, VA

Average wind speed in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Sparta, VA

Average humidity in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Sparta, VA

Average rainfall in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Sparta, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sparta, VA

Average snowfall in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sparta, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 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
Sparta, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sparta, 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 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
Sparta, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Sparta, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Sparta, VA

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

Average cloud cover in January
Sparta, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Sparta, 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 32).

Average visibility in January
Sparta, VA

Average visibility in January - Sparta, 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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