January weather forecast
Allentown, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Allentown, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and max 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Allentown, West Virginia, is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Allentown.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Allentown. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Allentown?

Allentown's January weather reaches an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in Allentown in January?

The high-temperature during January is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Allentown?

The months with the highest humidity in Allentown are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Allentown?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How much does it rain in Allentown in January?

In Allentown, West Virginia, in January, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Allentown?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Allentown?

In January, in Allentown, West Virginia, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout January, 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Allentown have in January?

In Allentown, West Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Allentown?

On the first day of January in Allentown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Allentown?

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Allentown, West Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in January in Allentown?

In Allentown, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

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

January, February 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 Allentown?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Allentown, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Allentown, WV

Average temperature in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Allentown, WV

Average pressure in January - Allentown, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Allentown, WV

Average wind speed in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Allentown, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Allentown, WV

Average rainfall in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Allentown, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Allentown, WV

Average snowfall in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Allentown, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Allentown, WV
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Allentown, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Allentown, WV

Average UV index in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Allentown, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Allentown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Allentown, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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