January weather forecast
Thornwood, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Thornwood, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and max 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low-temperature average of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Thornwood, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Thornwood, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Thornwood's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and lows of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is January?

Thornwood in January has an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Thornwood, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Thornwood, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 18.4 days. Throughout January, 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thornwood have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornwood have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Thornwood, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index 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
Thornwood, WV

Average temperature in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Thornwood, WV

Average pressure in January - Thornwood, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Thornwood, WV

Average wind speed in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Thornwood, WV

Average humidity in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).

Average rainfall in January
Thornwood, WV

Average rainfall in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Thornwood, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Thornwood, WV

Average snowfall in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Thornwood, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Thornwood, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Thornwood, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Thornwood, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Thornwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in January
Thornwood, WV

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

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

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