January weather forecast
Alum Creek, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Alum Creek, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

In Alum Creek, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alum Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Alum Creek records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

How cold does it get in January?

In January, in Alum Creek, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Alum Creek?

In Alum Creek, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Alum Creek, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alum Creek?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with 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 reading in January?

In Alum Creek, 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
Alum Creek, WV

Average temperature in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average pressure in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average wind speed in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average humidity in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average rainfall in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average snowfall in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alum Creek, WV

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

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average UV index in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • 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
Alum Creek, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Alum Creek, WV

Average visibility in January - Alum Creek, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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