January weather forecast
Point Pleasant, WV

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Weather in January

January is a harsh month in Point Pleasant with winter in full swing. The chill in the air is noticable as temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The biting cold is further compounded by frequent snowfall and minimal hours of daylight. Outdoor activities may be disrupted due to the high relative humidity and almost 12 days of rainfall. Brisk winds blowing through the city add to the icy weather conditions.

Temperature

January is the month when Point Pleasant sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Point Pleasant, during January, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Point Pleasant. In Point Pleasant, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Point Pleasant, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Is January cold?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Point Pleasant, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while 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 January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Point Pleasant, in January, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Point Pleasant?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Point Pleasant?

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

Average temperature in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average pressure in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average wind speed in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average humidity in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average rainfall in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average snowfall in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Point Pleasant, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Point Pleasant, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Point Pleasant, WV

Average visibility in January - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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