January weather forecast
Dent, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Dent, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

In Dent, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dent, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dent, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.5 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Dent is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dent, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Dent?

January, known for its average high temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), is the coldest month in Dent.

How cold is it in Dent in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Dent, records 35.6°F (2°C), while the low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Dent?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Dent, West Virginia.

What is the average humidity in January in Dent?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in Dent in January?

In Dent, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dent?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Dent in January?

In Dent, in January, during 16.8 snowfall days, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Dent?

In Dent, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dent?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dent?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dent have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dent?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dent, West Virginia.

How high is the UV index in January in Dent?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Dent is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Dent, WV

Average temperature in January - Dent, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Dent, WV

Average pressure in January - Dent, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Dent, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Dent, WV

Average humidity in January - Dent, 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
Dent, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Dent, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dent, WV

Average snowfall in January - Dent, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dent, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Dent, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dent, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dent, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Dent, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
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Average cloud cover in January - Dent, 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
Dent, WV

Average visibility in January - Dent, 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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