January weather forecast
Bethany, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Bethany, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

Bethany's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bethany, in January, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Bethany, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Bethany, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Bethany, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

Bethany in January has an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically collects 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Bethany, in January, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Bethany, in January, during 9.3 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bethany have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bethany?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:39 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 Bethany have in January?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bethany, WV

Average temperature in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Bethany, WV

Average pressure in January - Bethany, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bethany, WV

Average wind speed in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Bethany, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Bethany, WV

Average rainfall in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Bethany, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bethany, WV

Average snowfall in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bethany, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bethany, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Bethany, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Bethany, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Bethany, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Bethany, WV

Average visibility in January - Bethany, 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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