January weather forecast
Buffalo Creek, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Buffalo Creek, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

In Buffalo Creek, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Creek, West Virginia, in January, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buffalo Creek, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout January, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Buffalo Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 12.44" (316mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Buffalo Creek is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Buffalo Creek experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Buffalo Creek, records 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Buffalo Creek?

In Buffalo Creek, in January, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Buffalo Creek, in January, during 11 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Creek have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Creek have in January?

In Buffalo Creek, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Buffalo Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average temperature in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average pressure in January - Buffalo Creek, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo Creek, 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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average humidity in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average UV index in January - Buffalo Creek, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Buffalo Creek, WV

Average visibility in January - Buffalo Creek, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, September and December (5mi).

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