January weather forecast
Smoot, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Smoot, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 35.1°F (1.7°C) and as low as 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Smoot, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Smoot, during January, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Smoot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Smoot, West Virginia, in January, during 12.8 snowfall days, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Smoot, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.2 days and aggregates up to 32.83" (834mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Smoot, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Smoot, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Smoot, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Smoot, during January, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Smoot, in January, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Smoot have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Smoot is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Smoot, WV

Average pressure in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"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
Smoot, WV

Average wind speed in January - Smoot, 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
Smoot, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Smoot, WV

Average rainfall in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Smoot, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Smoot, WV

Average snowfall in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Smoot, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Smoot, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Smoot, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Smoot, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Smoot, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Smoot, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Smoot, WV

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

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

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