January weather forecast
Black, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Black, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

Black reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 38.3°F (3.5°C) at the peak and 24.8°F (-4°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Black, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.7 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Black, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. In Black, in January, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.94" (151mm) of snow. In Black, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 27.09" (688mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Black, West Virginia, with an average of 4.2h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Black?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

How cold is January in Black?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Black during January are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Black?

In Black, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in Black in January?

In January, in Black, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Black in January?

In Black, West Virginia, during January, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Black have in January?

The average day length in January in Black is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Black?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Black?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Black, West Virginia, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Black?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Black, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Black?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Black?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Black, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Black, WV

Average temperature in January - Black, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Black, 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
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Average wind speed in January - Black, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Black, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Black, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Black, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Black, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Black, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Black, 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
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Average sunshine days in January - Black, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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

Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Black, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Black, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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