January weather forecast
McMechen, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in McMechen, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in McMechen, West Virginia.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.2 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in McMechen is January, when snow falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in McMechen is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in McMechen, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In McMechen, in January, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in McMechen?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout January, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does McMechen have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
McMechen, WV

Average temperature in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in January
McMechen, WV

Average pressure in January - McMechen, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
McMechen, WV

Average wind speed in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
McMechen, WV

Average humidity in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
McMechen, WV

Average rainfall in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
McMechen, WV

Average rainfall days in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
McMechen, WV

Average snowfall in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
McMechen, WV

Average snowfall days in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
McMechen, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
McMechen, WV

Average sunshine days in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
McMechen, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
McMechen, WV

Average cloud cover in January - McMechen, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
McMechen, WV

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

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

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