January weather forecast
Prichard, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Prichard, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Prichard, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Prichard, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prichard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prichard, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Prichard, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prichard are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a minimum average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Prichard experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Prichard, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Prichard, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Prichard, the average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Prichard, West Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

When is 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index in Prichard is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Prichard, WV

Average temperature in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Prichard, WV

Average pressure in January - Prichard, 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
Prichard, WV

Average wind speed in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Prichard, WV

Average humidity in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Prichard, WV

Average rainfall in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Prichard, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Prichard, WV

Average snowfall in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Prichard, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prichard, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Prichard, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Prichard, WV

Average UV index in January - Prichard, 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
Prichard, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Prichard, WV

Average visibility in January - Prichard, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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