January weather forecast
Macfarlan, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Macfarlan, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Macfarlan's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Macfarlan, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Macfarlan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a minimum temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Macfarlan, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Macfarlan, in January, during 15.4 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Macfarlan have in January?

In Macfarlan, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Macfarlan have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Macfarlan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average temperature in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average pressure in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average wind speed in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Macfarlan, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average rainfall in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average snowfall in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Macfarlan, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Macfarlan, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Macfarlan, WV

Average UV index in January - Macfarlan, 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
Macfarlan, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Macfarlan, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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