January weather forecast
Alderson, WV

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Weather in January

January in Alderson, West Virginia, features typically cold winter conditions with a relatively low average visibility of only 4 miles. Compared to the preceding month of December, there is a slight decrease in both high and low temperatures with highs averaging 36.3°F (2.4°C) and lows around 22.3°F (-5.4°C). Sunshine hours are particularly low this month, resulting in shortened daytime hours of approximately 9.9. Amidst the chilly temperatures, Alderson experiences a significant amount of snowfall, with January witnessing an average of 4.92" (125mm) accumulating throughout the month. As January transitions into February, the city begins to see a slight increase in temperatures.

Temperature

Alderson records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Alderson, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.6 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alderson are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alderson, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.3 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Alderson, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Alderson, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alderson?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Alderson, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Alderson, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Alderson, WV

Average temperature in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Alderson, WV

Average pressure in January - Alderson, WV
  • 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
Alderson, WV

Average wind speed in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Alderson, WV

Average humidity in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Alderson, WV

Average rainfall in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Alderson, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alderson, WV

Average snowfall in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Alderson, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alderson, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alderson, WV
  • 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alderson, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Alderson, WV

Average UV index in January - Alderson, WV
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Alderson, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Alderson, WV

Average visibility in January - Alderson, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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