January weather forecast
Austen, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Austen, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) to a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Austen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.6 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout January, 9.29" (236mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.1 snowfall days, and 43.5" (1105mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Austen, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Austen, is 33.6°F (0.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Austen, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout January, 9.29" (236mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Austen have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Austen have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Austen, WV

Average temperature in January - Austen, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Austen, WV

Average pressure in January - Austen, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Austen, WV

Average wind speed in January - Austen, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Austen, WV

Average humidity in January - Austen, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Austen, WV

Average rainfall in January - Austen, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Austen, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Austen, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Austen, WV

Average snowfall in January - Austen, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Austen, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Austen, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Austen, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Austen, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Austen, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in January
Austen, WV

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

Average cloud cover in January
Austen, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Austen, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Austen, WV

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

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

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