January weather forecast
Shinnston, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Shinnston, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Shinnston's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 35.6°F (2°C) and lows of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Shinnston.

Rainfall

In Shinnston, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shinnston, there are 189.1 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shinnston, during January, snow falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.61" (168mm) of snow. In Shinnston, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shinnston, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of January, in Shinnston, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Shinnston, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Shinnston?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 35.6°F (2°C) and lows at 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Shinnston, records 35.6°F (2°C), while the low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Shinnston?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Shinnston, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Shinnston, in January, snow falls for 15.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Shinnston, West Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January in Shinnston?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Shinnston, WV

Average temperature in January - Shinnston, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°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 (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Shinnston, WV

Average pressure in January - Shinnston, 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
Shinnston, WV

Average wind speed in January - Shinnston, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Shinnston, WV

Average humidity in January - Shinnston, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Shinnston, WV

Average rainfall in January - Shinnston, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Shinnston, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shinnston, WV

Average snowfall in January - Shinnston, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shinnston, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Shinnston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shinnston, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shinnston, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Shinnston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Shinnston, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Shinnston, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Shinnston, 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
Shinnston, WV

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

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

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