January weather forecast
Elton, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Elton, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Elton's January weather, with an average high temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elton, in January, during 12.8 snowfall days, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.2 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Elton.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Elton's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Elton, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Elton, West Virginia, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Elton, in January, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elton have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Elton is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elton, WV

Average temperature in January - Elton, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Elton, WV

Average pressure in January - Elton, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"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
Elton, WV

Average wind speed in January - Elton, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Elton, WV

Average humidity in January - Elton, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Elton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Elton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elton, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elton, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Elton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Elton, WV

Average UV index in January - Elton, 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
Elton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Elton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Elton, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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