January weather forecast
Roanoke, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Roanoke, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Roanoke, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Roanoke, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Roanoke, West Virginia, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Roanoke, in January, during 16.6 snowfall days, 8.15" (207mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Roanoke have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Roanoke, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Roanoke, WV

Average pressure in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

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

Average wind speed in January
Roanoke, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Roanoke, WV

Average humidity in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Roanoke, WV

Average rainfall in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Roanoke, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Roanoke, WV

Average snowfall in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Roanoke, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Roanoke, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Roanoke, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Roanoke, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, July 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
Roanoke, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Roanoke, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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