January weather forecast
Genoa, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Genoa, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Genoa sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Genoa is 79%.

Rainfall

In Genoa, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Genoa, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Genoa. In Genoa, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Genoa is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Genoa are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Genoa?

Genoa's January weather, with an average high temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Is it cold in Genoa during January?

Genoa in January has an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Genoa?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Genoa in January?

In Genoa, West Virginia, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Genoa?

In Genoa, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Genoa have in January?

In January, the average day length in Genoa, West Virginia, is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Genoa?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Genoa?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Genoa, West Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does Genoa have in January?

In Genoa, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Genoa?

The months with the lowest UV index in Genoa, West Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Genoa?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Genoa, West Virginia, 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
Genoa, WV

Average temperature in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Genoa, WV

Average pressure in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"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
Genoa, WV

Average wind speed in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Genoa, WV

Average humidity in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Genoa, WV

Average rainfall in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Genoa, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Genoa, WV

Average snowfall in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Genoa, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Genoa, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Genoa, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Genoa, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Genoa, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Genoa, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Genoa, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).

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