January weather forecast
Gassaway, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Gassaway, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 36.5°F (2.5°C) at the peak and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gassaway, during January, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Gassaway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.1 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January in Gassaway, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Gassaway, 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 it in January?

Gassaway in January has an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is 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 much does it snow in January?

In Gassaway, West Virginia, in January, snow falls for 16.5 days, with typically accumulated 8.46" (215mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:43 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 long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gassaway, WV

Average temperature in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average pressure in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average wind speed in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average humidity in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average rainfall in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average snowfall in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average UV index in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Gassaway, 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
Gassaway, WV

Average visibility in January - Gassaway, 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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