January weather forecast
Yards, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Yards, Virginia, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In Yards, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Yards, during January, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Yards, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Yards, Virginia, in January, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.06" (154mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.5 snowfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Yards is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Yards is January, with an average of 4.4h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Yards?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Yards, Virginia, reaching 37.9°F (3.3°C) at the peak and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) at the low.

How cold does it get in Yards in January?

In January, in Yards, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Yards?

The average relative humidity in January in Yards, Virginia, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Yards in January?

In Yards, in January, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Yards in January?

In Yards, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

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

In Yards, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Yards?

On the first day of January in Yards, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Yards?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Yards, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Yards have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Yards?

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 Yards?

In Yards, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Yards, VA

Average temperature in January - Yards, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Yards, VA

Average pressure in January - Yards, 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
Yards, VA

Average wind speed in January - Yards, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Yards, VA

Average humidity in January - Yards, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Yards, VA

Average rainfall in January - Yards, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Yards, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Yards, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in January
Yards, VA

Average snowfall in January - Yards, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Yards, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Yards, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Yards, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Yards, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Yards, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Yards, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Yards, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Yards, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Yards, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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