January weather forecast
Peterson, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Peterson, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Peterson, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

How cold is January?

In Peterson, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Peterson, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 16.6 days. Throughout January, 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Peterson have in January?

In Peterson, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Peterson, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°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 (23.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Peterson, WV

Average pressure in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Peterson, WV

Average wind speed in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Peterson, WV

Average humidity in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Peterson, WV

Average snowfall in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Peterson, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Peterson, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Peterson, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Peterson, WV

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

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

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