January weather forecast
Kingwood, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Kingwood, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 33.6°F (0.9°C) and as low as 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Kingwood, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Kingwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.6 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kingwood, West Virginia. In January, in Kingwood, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout January, 9.29" (236mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kingwood, there are 71.1 snowfall days, and 43.5" (1105mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kingwood, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Kingwood?

January is the coldest month in Kingwood, West Virginia, exhibiting average temperatures of 33.6°F (0.9°C) at the peak and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) at the base.

How cold is January in Kingwood?

During January, Kingwood experiences an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Kingwood?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Kingwood?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kingwood?

In Kingwood, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kingwood in January?

In Kingwood, West Virginia, during January, snow falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Kingwood?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kingwood, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kingwood?

The month with the least sunshine in Kingwood is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kingwood?

In Kingwood, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kingwood, West Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Kingwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kingwood, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kingwood, WV

Average temperature in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Kingwood, WV

Average pressure in January - Kingwood, 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
Kingwood, WV

Average wind speed in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Kingwood, WV

Average humidity in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Kingwood, WV

Average rainfall in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Kingwood, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kingwood, WV

Average snowfall in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kingwood, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kingwood, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kingwood, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in January
Kingwood, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Kingwood, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Kingwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Kingwood, WV

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

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

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