January weather forecast
Dothan, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Dothan, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.9°F (2.7°C) and min 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dothan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.4 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dothan, during January, snow falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow. In Dothan, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Dothan, is 36.9°F (2.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°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 Dothan, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Dothan, in January, during 14 snowfall days, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dothan have in January?

In January, the average day length in Dothan is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dothan have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Dothan?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Dothan, WV

Average temperature in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Dothan, WV

Average pressure in January - Dothan, 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
Dothan, WV

Average wind speed in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Dothan, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Dothan, WV

Average rainfall in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Dothan, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dothan, WV

Average snowfall in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dothan, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dothan, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dothan, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Dothan, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Dothan, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Dothan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Dothan, WV

Average visibility in January - Dothan, 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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