January weather forecast
Hampden, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Hampden, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching 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 is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hampden, during January, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hampden are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hampden, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hampden, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, in Hampden, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Hampden is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hampden are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Hampden?

Hampden, West Virginia, records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is January in Hampden?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Hampden, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Hampden?

In Hampden, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Hampden?

In January, in Hampden, West Virginia, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout January, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Hampden?

The month with the most snowfall in Hampden, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hampden in January?

In Hampden, during January, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Hampden is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Hampden?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hampden?

The month with the least sunshine in Hampden, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hampden have in January?

In Hampden, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hampden?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Hampden?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Hampden, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hampden, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°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 (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Hampden, WV

Average pressure in January - Hampden, 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
Hampden, WV

Average wind speed in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Hampden, WV

Average humidity in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Hampden, WV

Average rainfall in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Hampden, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hampden, WV

Average snowfall in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.53"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Hampden, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hampden, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Hampden, WV

Average UV index in January - Hampden, 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
Hampden, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Hampden, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Hampden, WV

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

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

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