January weather forecast
Star City, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Star City, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Star City, during January, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In Star City, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 17 days. Throughout January, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.1 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Star City, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 34.5°F (1.4°C) and as low as 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature during January is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Star City, during January, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Star City, during January, snow falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Star City have in January?

In Star City, the average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Star City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Star City, WV

Average temperature in January - Star City, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Star City, WV

Average pressure in January - Star City, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Star City, WV

Average wind speed in January - Star City, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Star City, WV

Average humidity in January - Star City, 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 July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Star City, WV

Average rainfall in January - Star City, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Star City, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Star City, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Star City, WV

Average snowfall in January - Star City, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Star City, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Star City, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Star City, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Star City, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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

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

Average sunshine days in January
Star City, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Star City, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Star City, WV

Average UV index in January - Star City, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Star City, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Star City, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Star City, WV

Average visibility in January - Star City, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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