January weather forecast
Chesapeake, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Chesapeake, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and max 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chesapeake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.4 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Chesapeake, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with its average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The high-temperature during January is 38.8°F (3.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Chesapeake, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Chesapeake?

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Chesapeake, during January, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Chesapeake have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What are the months 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 Chesapeake.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average pressure in January - Chesapeake, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average wind speed in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average humidity in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

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

Average rainfall in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average rainfall in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average snowfall in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chesapeake, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Chesapeake, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Chesapeake, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Chesapeake, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Chesapeake, WV

Average visibility in January - Chesapeake, 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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