January weather forecast
Cotton, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Cotton, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°F (3.7°C) and min 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively, January is Cotton's coldest month.

Humidity

In Cotton, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cotton, during January, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Cotton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.9 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Cotton, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Cotton, is 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Cotton, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cotton, in January, during 11.2 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cotton?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
Cotton, WV

Average pressure in January - Cotton, 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
Cotton, WV

Average wind speed in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Cotton, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Cotton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Cotton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cotton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cotton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cotton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cotton, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Cotton, WV

Average UV index in January - Cotton, 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
Cotton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Cotton, WV

Average visibility in January - Cotton, 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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