January weather forecast
Washington Heights, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Washington Heights, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Washington Heights, in January, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Washington Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 5.12" (130mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, having an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C), is the coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Washington Heights, is 39°F (3.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Washington Heights, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 5.12" (130mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Washington Heights, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 5.12" (130mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington Heights have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average temperature in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 39°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average pressure in January - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average wind speed in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average humidity in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Washington Heights, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average UV index in January - Washington Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Washington Heights, WV

Average visibility in January - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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