January weather forecast
Big Branch, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Big Branch, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

In Big Branch, West Virginia, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Big Branch, in January, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Big Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Big Branch. In January, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Big Branch's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 39.2°F (4°C) and lows of 25°F (-3.9°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Big Branch, records 39.2°F (4°C), while the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Big Branch, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Big Branch have in January?

In Big Branch, the average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Big Branch, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Branch have in January?

In Big Branch, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Big Branch?

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 Big Branch?

In Big Branch, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Big Branch, WV

Average temperature in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
Big Branch, WV

Average pressure in January - Big Branch, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Big Branch, WV

Average wind speed in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Big Branch, WV

Average humidity in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Big Branch, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Big Branch, WV

Average snowfall in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Big Branch, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Branch, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Branch, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Big Branch, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Big Branch, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Big Branch, WV

Average visibility in January - Big Branch, 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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