January weather forecast
Thurmond, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Thurmond, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.9°F (2.7°C) and min 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.4 rainfall days, and 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thurmond, during January, snow falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

During January, Thurmond experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Thurmond, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout January, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thurmond have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Thurmond have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

When is 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 reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Thurmond, WV

Average temperature in January - Thurmond, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Thurmond, WV

Average pressure in January - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, WV

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

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

Average humidity in January
Thurmond, WV

Average humidity in January - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, WV

Average rainfall in January - Thurmond, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Thurmond, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Thurmond, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Thurmond, WV

Average snowfall in January - Thurmond, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Thurmond, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Thurmond, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thurmond, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Thurmond, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Thurmond, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Thurmond, WV

Average UV index in January - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Thurmond, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Thurmond, WV

Average visibility in January - Thurmond, 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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