January weather forecast
Elmira, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Elmira, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 8.46" (215mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elmira, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Elmira, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 36.5°F (2.5°C) at the peak and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Elmira, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Elmira?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Elmira, in January, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 8.46" (215mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Elmira, in January, during 16.5 snowfall days, 8.46" (215mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elmira have in January?

In Elmira, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:44 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmira have in January?

In Elmira, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Elmira, WV

Average temperature in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Elmira, WV

Average pressure in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elmira, WV

Average wind speed in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Elmira, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Elmira, WV

Average rainfall in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Elmira, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elmira, WV

Average snowfall in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elmira, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elmira, 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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elmira, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Elmira, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Elmira, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Elmira, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average visibility in January - Elmira, 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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