January weather forecast
Forksburg, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Forksburg, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and max 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Forksburg's January weather, with an average high temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Forksburg, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Forksburg, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Forksburg, is 35.6°F (2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Forksburg, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in Forksburg, it is snowing for 16.8 days. Throughout January, 7.28" (185mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Forksburg, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Forksburg, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Forksburg, WV

Average pressure in January - Forksburg, 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
Forksburg, WV

Average wind speed in January - Forksburg, 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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Forksburg, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Forksburg, WV

Average rainfall in January - Forksburg, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Forksburg, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Forksburg, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Forksburg, WV

Average snowfall in January - Forksburg, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Forksburg, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Forksburg, 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
Forksburg, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Forksburg, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Forksburg, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Forksburg, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Forksburg, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Forksburg, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Forksburg, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Forksburg, WV

Average visibility in January - Forksburg, 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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