January weather forecast
Minnehaha Springs, WV

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Weather in January

January in Minnehaha Springs, West Virginia, witnesses the embrace of winter with a chilly atmosphere dominating the area. Notably, the averages for this month show a range in temperature from 21.9°F (-5.6°C) to 36.7°F (2.6°C), supplemented by 2.68" (68mm) of snow across seven days. The stark cold welcomes the new year, persisting through February tagging along closely behind. Relative humidity also peaks this month, inviting possible frosty mornings. While daylight is scarce, crisp winter skies can offer stunning views, painting the mountainsides with various shades of white and gray.

Temperature

Minnehaha Springs's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Minnehaha Springs, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Minnehaha Springs, West Virginia. Snow falls for 7 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.8h 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Minnehaha Springs, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Minnehaha Springs, is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Minnehaha Springs, in January, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Minnehaha Springs, in January, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Minnehaha Springs have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Minnehaha Springs is January, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

What is the month with 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 Minnehaha Springs?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average pressure in January - Minnehaha Springs, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average wind speed in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average humidity in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average rainfall in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average snowfall in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Minnehaha Springs, 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: 4h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average UV index in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and November (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Minnehaha Springs, WV

Average visibility in January - Minnehaha Springs, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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