January weather forecast
Raleigh, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Raleigh, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature average of 23.7°F (-4.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Raleigh, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, in Raleigh, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Raleigh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Raleigh are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of January in Raleigh, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Raleigh are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Raleigh?

Raleigh's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January in Raleigh?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 37°F (2.8°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Raleigh?

In January, the average relative humidity in Raleigh, West Virginia, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Raleigh in January?

In January, in Raleigh, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Raleigh?

The month with the most snowfall in Raleigh is January, when snow falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Raleigh in January?

In Raleigh, West Virginia, in January, during 15.6 snowfall days, 8.7" (221mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, West Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Raleigh?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Raleigh, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Raleigh?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Raleigh, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Raleigh?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Raleigh is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Raleigh?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Raleigh, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Raleigh, WV

Average pressure in January - Raleigh, 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
Raleigh, WV

Average wind speed in January - Raleigh, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Raleigh, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Raleigh, WV

Average rainfall in January - Raleigh, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Raleigh, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Raleigh, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Raleigh, WV

Average snowfall in January - Raleigh, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Raleigh, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Raleigh, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Raleigh, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Raleigh, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in January
Raleigh, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Raleigh, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Raleigh, 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 36).

Average visibility in January
Raleigh, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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