January weather forecast
Franklin, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Franklin, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Franklin is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Franklin, in January, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Franklin, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Franklin notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is January?

In Franklin, 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Franklin, in January, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Franklin?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Franklin, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Franklin, WV

Average temperature in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.3°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Franklin, WV

Average pressure in January - Franklin, 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
Franklin, WV

Average wind speed in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Franklin, WV

Average humidity in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Franklin, WV

Average rainfall in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Franklin, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Franklin, WV

Average snowfall in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Franklin, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Franklin, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Franklin, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Franklin, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Franklin, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Franklin, WV

Average visibility in January - Franklin, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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