January weather forecast
Lansing, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Lansing, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In Lansing, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lansing, in January, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lansing is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January stands out as Lansing's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 37°F (2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Lansing, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Lansing, in January, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Lansing, in January, during 14.3 snowfall days, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Lansing, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lansing, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Lansing, WV

Average pressure in January - Lansing, 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
Lansing, WV

Average wind speed in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Lansing, WV

Average humidity in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Lansing, WV

Average rainfall in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Lansing, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lansing, WV

Average snowfall in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lansing, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lansing, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lansing, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Lansing, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Lansing, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Lansing, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Lansing, WV

Average visibility in January - Lansing, 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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