January weather forecast
Chiefton, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Chiefton, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.8°F (2.1°C) and min 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

Chiefton's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In Chiefton, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chiefton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.3 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Chiefton, West Virginia, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Chiefton, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Chiefton, in January, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Chiefton?

In Chiefton, during January, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chiefton have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chiefton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Chiefton, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Chiefton, WV

Average pressure in January - Chiefton, 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
Chiefton, WV

Average wind speed in January - Chiefton, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Chiefton, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Chiefton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Chiefton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Chiefton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Chiefton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chiefton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Chiefton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chiefton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Chiefton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chiefton, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chiefton, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Chiefton, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Chiefton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Chiefton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Chiefton, WV

Average visibility in January - Chiefton, 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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