January weather forecast
Waynesboro, VA

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Weather in January

January in Waynesboro, Virginia, sees the chill of winter at its peak. The average high temperature barely scrapes 39.6°F (4.2°C) while the low drops down to 24.8°F (-4°C). The first month of the year is marked by relatively denser cloud cover and shorter days compared to the upcoming months. Snowfall is quite common while rains stay relatively lower. The wind turns icy and enhances the cold perception considerably, with gusts having an average speed of 10.2mph (16.4km/h).

Temperature

Waynesboro experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, in Waynesboro, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 17.4" (442mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waynesboro, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 24.8°F (-4°C), is the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in Waynesboro, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.8°F (-4°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In Waynesboro, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

What is the driest month?

January and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Waynesboro, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Waynesboro, during January, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waynesboro have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Waynesboro have in January?

In Waynesboro, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 Waynesboro?

In Waynesboro, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average temperature in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average pressure in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Waynesboro, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Waynesboro, VA

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average rainfall in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average snowfall in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waynesboro, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average UV index in January - Waynesboro, 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
Waynesboro, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Waynesboro, VA

Average visibility in January - Waynesboro, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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