January weather forecast
Stafford, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Stafford, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C), is Stafford's coldest month.

Humidity

January, April and July, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) 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 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Stafford experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a minimum of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Is it cold during January?

Stafford in January has an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, April and July, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in January in Stafford?

The average relative humidity in January in Stafford is 73%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Stafford, during January, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Stafford, in January, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Stafford, the average day length in January is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in January?

In Stafford, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Stafford, VA

Average temperature in January - Stafford, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Stafford, VA

Average pressure in January - Stafford, 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
Stafford, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Stafford, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Stafford, VA

Average rainfall in January - Stafford, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in January
Stafford, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Stafford, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Stafford, VA

Average snowfall in January - Stafford, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Stafford, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Stafford, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Stafford, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Stafford, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Stafford, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Stafford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Stafford, VA

Average UV index in January - Stafford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Stafford, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Stafford, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

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
Stafford, VA

Average visibility in January - Stafford, 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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