January weather forecast
Valley Head, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Valley Head, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and an average high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

Valley Head's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In Valley Head, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Valley Head, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Valley Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Valley Head, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Valley Head, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Valley Head?

January stands out as Valley Head's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is it in Valley Head in January?

In January, in Valley Head, the average high-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Valley Head?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Valley Head?

In Valley Head, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Valley Head?

The month with the most snowfall in Valley Head 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 Valley Head?

In Valley Head, West Virginia, in January, during 18.4 snowfall days, 7.64" (194mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Valley Head, West Virginia, is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Valley Head?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Valley Head?

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

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

The average sunshine duration in January in Valley Head, West Virginia, is 3.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Valley Head?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Valley Head, WV

Average temperature in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average pressure in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average wind speed in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average humidity in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average rainfall in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average snowfall in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average UV index in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Valley Head, 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
Valley Head, WV

Average visibility in January - Valley Head, 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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