January weather forecast
Bristol, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Bristol, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

Bristol reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 36.1°F (2.3°C) at the peak and 23°F (-5°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Bristol.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in January, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bristol, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.8 days and collects up to 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bristol. The month with the most snowfall in Bristol is January, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Bristol, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Bristol is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Bristol?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 23°F (-5°C).

How cold is January in Bristol?

During January, Bristol experiences an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What are the most humid months in Bristol?

The months with the highest humidity in Bristol are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January in Bristol?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Bristol?

In Bristol, in January, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Bristol?

The month with the most snowfall in Bristol, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Bristol?

In Bristol, in January, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bristol?

The average day length in January in Bristol is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Bristol?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bristol, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bristol?

The month with the least sunshine in Bristol is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in January?

In Bristol, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bristol?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Bristol?

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

Average temperature in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in January
Bristol, WV

Average pressure in January - Bristol, 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
Bristol, WV

Average wind speed in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Bristol, WV

Average humidity in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

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

Average rainfall in January
Bristol, WV

Average rainfall in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Bristol, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bristol, WV

Average snowfall in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bristol, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bristol, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bristol, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Bristol, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Bristol, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July 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
Bristol, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Bristol, 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
Bristol, WV

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

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

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