January weather forecast
Townsend, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Townsend, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

January, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March are months with snowfall in Townsend. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Townsend, there are 4 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Townsend is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
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. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Townsend?

In Townsend, Virginia, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

How cold is it in Townsend in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Townsend are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Townsend?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Townsend?

The average relative humidity in January in Townsend, Virginia, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Townsend?

In Townsend, in January, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Townsend?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Townsend have in January?

In January, the average day length in Townsend, Virginia, is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Townsend?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Townsend, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Townsend?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Townsend?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Townsend?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Townsend, VA

Average temperature in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Townsend, VA

Average pressure in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Townsend, VA

Average wind speed in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Townsend, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Townsend, VA

Average rainfall in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Townsend, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and October (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Townsend, VA

Average snowfall in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Townsend, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Townsend, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Townsend, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Townsend, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Townsend, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Townsend, VA

Average visibility in January - Townsend, 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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