January weather forecast
Shady Spring, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Shady Spring, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°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 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Shady Spring, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Shady Spring, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 16.9 days. Throughout January, 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.5 snowfall days, and 40.55" (1030mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of January, 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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Shady Spring experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Shady Spring is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Shady Spring, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Shady Spring, in January, during 16.9 snowfall days, 8.94" (227mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Shady Spring?

In Shady Spring, the average day length in January is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Shady Spring have in January?

In Shady Spring, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Shady Spring, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average pressure in January - Shady Spring, 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
Shady Spring, WV

Average wind speed in January - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average humidity in January - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average rainfall in January - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Shady Spring, 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 (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average snowfall in January - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shady Spring, 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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average sunshine days in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average UV index in January - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Shady Spring, 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 37).

Average visibility in January
Shady Spring, WV

Average visibility in January - Shady Spring, 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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