January weather forecast
Cheat Lake, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Cheat Lake, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

In Cheat Lake, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cheat Lake, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cheat Lake, during January, snow falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.1 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cheat Lake, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

During the coldest month in Cheat Lake, January, temperatures average a high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Cheat Lake, is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°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?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cheat Lake, West Virginia, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cheat Lake in January?

In January, in Cheat Lake, it is snowing for 17 days. Throughout January, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cheat Lake have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Cheat Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average temperature in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average pressure in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average wind speed in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average humidity in January - Cheat Lake, 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 July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average rainfall in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average snowfall in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h

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

Average sunshine days in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average UV index in January - Cheat Lake, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Cheat Lake, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Cheat Lake, 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
Cheat Lake, WV

Average visibility in January - Cheat Lake, 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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