January weather forecast
Minerva, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Minerva, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.7°F (4.3°C) and min 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

Minerva records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Minerva, in January, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.7 rainfall days, and 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average 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. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, having an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Minerva, during January, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout January, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Minerva, the average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Minerva, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Minerva.

How many hours of sunshine does Minerva have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Minerva, WV

Average temperature in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Minerva, WV

Average pressure in January - Minerva, 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
Minerva, WV

Average wind speed in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Minerva, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Minerva, WV

Average rainfall in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Minerva, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Minerva, WV

Average snowfall in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Minerva, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Minerva, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Minerva, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Minerva, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Minerva, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Minerva, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Minerva, WV

Average visibility in January - Minerva, 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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