January weather forecast
Blue Jay, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Blue Jay, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Blue Jay, in January, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Blue Jay, in January, snow falls for 16.9 days, with typically accumulated 8.94" (227mm) of snow. In Blue Jay, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 40.55" (1030mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Blue Jay, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Blue Jay?

During the coldest month in Blue Jay, January, temperatures average a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is January in Blue Jay?

In January, in Blue Jay, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Blue Jay, in January, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Blue Jay, in January, snow falls for 16.9 days, with typically accumulated 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average pressure in January - Blue Jay, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average wind speed in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average humidity in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average snowfall in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blue Jay, 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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average sunshine days in January
Blue Jay, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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 - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Blue Jay, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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