January weather forecast
Ames, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Ames, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Ames. Snow falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Ames's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is it in January?

In Ames, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Ames?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Ames, in January, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Ames, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ames, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ames, WV

Average temperature in January - Ames, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Ames, WV

Average pressure in January - Ames, 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
Ames, WV

Average wind speed in January - Ames, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Ames, WV

Average humidity in January - Ames, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Ames, WV

Average rainfall in January - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Ames, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ames, WV

Average snowfall in January - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ames, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ames, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ames, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Ames, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Ames, WV

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

Average cloud cover in January
Ames, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Ames, 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 35).

Average visibility in January
Ames, WV

Average visibility in January - Ames, 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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