January weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, WV

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Weather in January

Holiday-makers seeking snowfall will find January appealing with 16.8 days of snow recorded this month in Pleasant Valley. January is typically characterised by cold temperatures and brisk winds. After the relatively mild conditions in December, January appears quite frigid. As the month progresses, the occasional sun peeks through the wintery clouds. Post January, February ushers in a slight rise in temperatures indicating the gradual thawing to come.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Valley, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pleasant Valley, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) 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 16.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the month when Pleasant Valley sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.6°F (2°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Pleasant Valley.

What is the average humidity in January in Pleasant Valley?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Pleasant Valley, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, in January, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Pleasant Valley?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Pleasant Valley is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Valley?

January, February, November 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average temperature in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average pressure in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average wind speed in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average humidity in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average rainfall in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average snowfall in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pleasant Valley, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average UV index in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average visibility in January - Pleasant Valley, 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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