January weather forecast
Baxter, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Baxter, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.6°F (2°C) and min 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is Baxter's coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Baxter, West Virginia.

Rainfall

In Baxter, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Baxter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Baxter are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, in Baxter, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:38 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, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Baxter?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is considered the coldest month in Baxter, West Virginia.

How cold is it in Baxter in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Baxter, is 35.6°F (2°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Baxter?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Baxter.

What is the average humidity in January in Baxter?

In Baxter, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in Baxter in January?

In January, in Baxter, West Virginia, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Baxter?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Baxter in January?

In Baxter, in January, during 16.8 snowfall days, 7.28" (185mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Baxter?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Baxter?

On the first day of January in Baxter, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Baxter?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Baxter, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Baxter?

In Baxter, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Baxter?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Baxter, West Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Baxter?

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

Average temperature in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Baxter, WV

Average pressure in January - Baxter, 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
Baxter, WV

Average wind speed in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Baxter, WV

Average humidity in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Baxter, WV

Average rainfall in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Baxter, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Baxter, WV

Average snowfall in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Baxter, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Baxter, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Baxter, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Baxter, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Baxter, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Baxter, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Baxter, WV

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

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

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