January weather forecast
Matoaka, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Matoaka, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°F (3.3°C) and min 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In Matoaka, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in Matoaka, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Matoaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Matoaka, West Virginia, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Matoaka, there are 46.5 snowfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Matoaka, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Matoaka.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Matoaka are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Matoaka?

January is Matoaka's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and lows of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

How cold is January in Matoaka?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Matoaka, is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Matoaka?

In Matoaka, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in Matoaka in January?

In January, in Matoaka, West Virginia, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Matoaka in January?

In January, in Matoaka, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Matoaka, West Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Matoaka?

On the first day of January in Matoaka, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Matoaka?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Matoaka?

In Matoaka, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Matoaka?

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

Average temperature in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Matoaka, WV

Average pressure in January - Matoaka, 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
Matoaka, WV

Average wind speed in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Matoaka, WV

Average humidity in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Matoaka, WV

Average rainfall in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Matoaka, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in January
Matoaka, WV

Average snowfall in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Matoaka, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Matoaka, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Matoaka, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Matoaka, WV

Average UV index in January - Matoaka, 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
Matoaka, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Matoaka, WV

Average visibility in January - Matoaka, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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