January weather forecast
Newton, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Newton, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Newton are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Newton, in January, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

During the coldest month in Newton, January, temperatures average a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Newton, is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Newton, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Newton, during January, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Newton, in January, snow falls for 14 days, with typically accumulated 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Newton have in January?

In Newton, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Newton is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Newton is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Newton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Newton, WV

Average temperature in January - Newton, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Newton, WV

Average pressure in January - Newton, 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
Newton, WV

Average wind speed in January - Newton, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Newton, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Newton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Newton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Newton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Newton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Newton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Newton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Newton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Newton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Newton, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Newton, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Newton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Newton, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Newton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Newton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Newton, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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