January weather forecast
The Plains, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in The Plains, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.3°F (4.6°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The Plains's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and lows of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In The Plains, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In The Plains, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in The Plains is January, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in The Plains are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold does it get in January?

In The Plains, in January, the average high-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in The Plains is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in The Plains?

In The Plains, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in The Plains is January, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In The Plains, during January, snow falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does The Plains have in January?

In The Plains, Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In The Plains, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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.
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
The Plains, VA

Average temperature in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
The Plains, VA

Average pressure in January - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
The Plains, VA

Average humidity in January - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
The Plains, VA

Average rainfall days in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
The Plains, VA

Average snowfall days in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
The Plains, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - The Plains, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
The Plains, VA

Average sunshine days in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
The Plains, VA

Average UV index in January - The Plains, 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
The Plains, VA

Average cloud cover in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
The Plains, VA

Average visibility in January - The Plains, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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