January weather forecast
Dawes, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dawes, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°F (3.3°C) and min 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In Dawes, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dawes, during January, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Dawes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.3 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January in Dawes, 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 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Dawes, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Is it cold during January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Dawes, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Dawes, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Dawes, in January, during 13.5 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 5:46 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 in Dawes.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Dawes, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Dawes, WV

Average temperature in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Dawes, WV

Average pressure in January - Dawes, 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
Dawes, WV

Average wind speed in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

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

Average humidity in January
Dawes, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Dawes, WV

Average rainfall in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Dawes, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dawes, WV

Average snowfall in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dawes, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dawes, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dawes, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Dawes, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Dawes, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Dawes, 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 34).

Average visibility in January
Dawes, WV

Average visibility in January - Dawes, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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