January weather forecast
Bridgeport, WV

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Weather in January

The New Year in Bridgeport, West Virginia, begins with quite chilly and humid conditions. In terms of temperature, this ranks as the coldest month of the year. January's weather is typified by an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C). The air is often laden with moisture leading to ice, frost, and the occasional snowfall. By the end of the month, the region starts to show early signs of transition, preparing for the increasing temperatures that February will soon bring.

Temperature

Bridgeport notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.1 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 15.2 days. Throughout January, 6.61" (168mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bridgeport, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.3h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Bridgeport experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bridgeport, records 35.6°F (2°C), while the low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Bridgeport, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Bridgeport, in January, snow falls for 15.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Bridgeport, West Virginia, is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Bridgeport is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Bridgeport?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average temperature in January - Bridgeport, 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: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average pressure in January - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average wind speed in January - Bridgeport, 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 (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Bridgeport, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average rainfall in January - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average snowfall in January - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bridgeport, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Bridgeport, WV

Average UV index in January - Bridgeport, 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
Bridgeport, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Bridgeport, WV

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

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

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