January weather forecast
Hometown, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Hometown, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 38.7°F (3.7°C) and as low as 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hometown, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hometown, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Hometown, West Virginia. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hometown, West Virginia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Hometown?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), is generally the coldest month in Hometown, West Virginia.

How cold does it get in Hometown in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hometown, West Virginia, are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Hometown?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Hometown in January?

In Hometown, during January, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Hometown?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hometown in January?

In Hometown, West Virginia, in January, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hometown have in January?

In Hometown, West Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hometown?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hometown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hometown?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Hometown?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hometown, West Virginia, is 3.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Hometown?

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

Average temperature in January - Hometown, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Hometown, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Hometown, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Hometown, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Hometown, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Hometown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hometown, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hometown, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Hometown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Hometown, 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
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Average cloud cover in January - Hometown, 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 32).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Hometown, 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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