January weather forecast
Maxwelton, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Maxwelton, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

Maxwelton records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Maxwelton, in January, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maxwelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.9 days and collects up to 36.14" (918mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 14.1 days. Throughout January, 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52 snowfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Maxwelton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Maxwelton experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Maxwelton, in January, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Maxwelton, in January, snow falls for 14.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Maxwelton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average temperature in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average pressure in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"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
Maxwelton, WV

Average wind speed in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Maxwelton, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Maxwelton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Maxwelton, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average UV index in January - Maxwelton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Maxwelton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Maxwelton, WV

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

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

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