January weather forecast
Caretta, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Caretta, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

In Caretta, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Caretta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With average high temperatures of 39.2°F (4°C) and lows of 25°F (-3.9°C), January is the coldest month in Caretta.

How cold does it get in January?

Caretta in January has an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Caretta is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Caretta, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Caretta, during January, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Caretta?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Caretta, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Caretta, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Caretta, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Caretta, WV

Average temperature in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
Caretta, WV

Average pressure in January - Caretta, 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
Caretta, WV

Average wind speed in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Caretta, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Caretta, WV

Average rainfall in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Caretta, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Caretta, WV

Average snowfall in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Caretta, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Caretta, 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
Caretta, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Caretta, WV

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

Average cloud cover in January
Caretta, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Caretta, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Caretta, WV

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

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

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