January weather forecast
Josephine, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Josephine, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

Josephine, West Virginia, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In Josephine, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Josephine, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Josephine, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.4 days and collects up to 35.39" (899mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Josephine, during January, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.4 snowfall days, and 40.04" (1017mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Josephine is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of January in Josephine, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Josephine, West Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Josephine?

In Josephine, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

How cold is it in Josephine in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Josephine are 37°F (2.8°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Josephine?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Josephine?

In Josephine, during January, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Josephine?

In Josephine, West Virginia, in January, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Josephine?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Josephine, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Josephine?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Josephine.

How many hours of sunshine does Josephine have in January?

In Josephine, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Josephine?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Josephine?

In Josephine, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Josephine, WV

Average temperature in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Josephine, WV

Average pressure in January - Josephine, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Josephine, WV

Average wind speed in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Josephine, WV

Average humidity in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Josephine, WV

Average rainfall in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Josephine, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Josephine, WV

Average snowfall in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Josephine, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Josephine, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Josephine, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Josephine, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Josephine, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Josephine, 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 37).

Average visibility in January
Josephine, WV

Average visibility in January - Josephine, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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