January weather forecast
Powellton, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Powellton, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°F (3.3°C) and min 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Powellton, in January, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Powellton, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Powellton is January, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January in Powellton, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Powellton's January weather, with an average high temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Is January cold?

In Powellton, in January, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Powellton, during January, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Powellton, in January, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Powellton have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Powellton have in January?

In Powellton, 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 in Powellton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Powellton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Powellton, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°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 (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Powellton, WV

Average pressure in January - Powellton, 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
Powellton, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Powellton, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Powellton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Powellton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Powellton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Powellton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Powellton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Powellton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Powellton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Powellton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Powellton, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Powellton, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Powellton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Powellton, WV

Average UV index in January - Powellton, 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
Powellton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Powellton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Powellton, WV

Average visibility in January - Powellton, 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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