January weather forecast
Valley Fork, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Valley Fork, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

Valley Fork's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and lows of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout January, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) 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 14 days and accumulates 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Valley Fork, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Valley Fork?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Valley Fork, 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Valley Fork are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Valley Fork, during January, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout January, 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Valley Fork have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Valley Fork, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Valley Fork have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Valley Fork, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average temperature in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Valley Fork, WV

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

Average wind speed in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average wind speed in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average humidity in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average rainfall in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average snowfall in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Valley Fork, 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
Valley Fork, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Valley Fork, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average UV index in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Valley Fork, WV

Average visibility in January - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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