January weather forecast
Oak Hill, WV

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Weather in January

January bestows upon Oak Hill its coldest period. The plunging temperatures result in reduced daylight hours and a high probability of snowfall. January typically sees the most significant amount of snowfall in the year, reaching up to 7.32" (186mm). The atmosphere teems with frosty clouds, as winter truly seeps into the West Virginian town. Despite the chilled environment, the city maintains a lively winter charm, enhanced by the shimmering layer of ice that covers it.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Oak Hill, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.4 rainfall days, and 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Oak Hill, West Virginia, in January, snow falls for 14 days, with typically accumulated 7.32" (186mm) of snow. In Oak Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oak Hill, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January in Oak Hill, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.6h 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, with an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Oak Hill.

How cold is January in Oak Hill?

The high-temperature in Oak Hill during January is 36.9°F (2.7°C) and the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Oak Hill?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Oak Hill, in January, snow falls for 14 days, with typically accumulated 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Hill have in January?

In Oak Hill, the average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oak Hill?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Oak Hill have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Oak Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average temperature in January - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average pressure in January - Oak Hill, 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
Oak Hill, WV

Average wind speed in January - Oak Hill, 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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average humidity in January - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average rainfall in January - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average snowfall in January - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Oak Hill, 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
Oak Hill, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oak Hill, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average UV index in January - Oak Hill, 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
Oak Hill, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Oak Hill, WV

Average visibility in January - Oak Hill, 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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