January weather forecast
Gaston Junction, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Gaston Junction, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 35.6°F (2°C) at the peak and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) at the base.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gaston Junction, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gaston Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. 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 January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, 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 the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is January?

In Gaston Junction, in January, the average high-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Gaston Junction?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Gaston Junction is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

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.

How much does it snow in January?

In Gaston Junction, in January, during 16.8 snowfall days, 7.28" (185mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Gaston Junction, West Virginia, is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gaston Junction?

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 in Gaston Junction?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gaston Junction, WV

Average temperature in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average pressure in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average wind speed in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average humidity in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average rainfall in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average snowfall in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average UV index in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Gaston Junction, 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average visibility in January - Gaston Junction, 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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