January weather forecast
Wirtz, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Wirtz, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Wirtz notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Wirtz, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wirtz, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.3 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wirtz, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Wirtz. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, having an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), is the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wirtz, in January, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Wirtz is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Wirtz, VA

Average temperature in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Wirtz, VA

Average pressure in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wirtz, VA

Average wind speed in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Wirtz, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Wirtz, VA

Average rainfall in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Wirtz, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wirtz, VA

Average snowfall in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wirtz, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Wirtz, VA

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wirtz, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Wirtz, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Wirtz, VA

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wirtz, VA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Wirtz, VA

Average visibility in January - Wirtz, 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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