January weather forecast
Whitetop, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Whitetop, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

Whitetop, Virginia, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In Whitetop, Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Whitetop, in January, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whitetop, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Whitetop, in January, during 9.9 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whitetop, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Whitetop is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Whitetop, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Whitetop?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the peak and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) at the low.

Is January cold in Whitetop?

January temperatures in Whitetop vary between a high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Whitetop?

The average relative humidity in January in Whitetop is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Whitetop?

In Whitetop, in January, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Whitetop?

In January, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout January, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Whitetop?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whitetop, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Whitetop?

The month with the least sunshine in Whitetop, Virginia, is January, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Whitetop?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Whitetop is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Whitetop?

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 reading in January in Whitetop?

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

Average temperature in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Whitetop, VA

Average pressure in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whitetop, VA

Average wind speed in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Whitetop, VA

Average humidity in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Whitetop, VA

Average rainfall in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Whitetop, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whitetop, VA

Average snowfall in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whitetop, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whitetop, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Whitetop, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Whitetop, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Whitetop, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Whitetop, VA

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

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

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