January weather forecast
Wheeler Ridge, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

Wheeler Ridge's January weather, with an average high temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Wheeler Ridge is January, when snow falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Wheeler Ridge is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Wheeler Ridge?

Wheeler Ridge's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Is it cold in Wheeler Ridge during January?

In Wheeler Ridge, in January, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Wheeler Ridge?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia.

What is the average humidity in January in Wheeler Ridge?

The average relative humidity in January in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Wheeler Ridge?

In Wheeler Ridge, in January, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Wheeler Ridge?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Wheeler Ridge. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Wheeler Ridge in January?

In Wheeler Ridge, in January, during 12.3 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Wheeler Ridge?

In Wheeler Ridge, the average day length in January is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Wheeler Ridge?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wheeler Ridge, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wheeler Ridge?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Wheeler Ridge?

The average sunshine duration in January in Wheeler Ridge is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wheeler Ridge?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Wheeler Ridge?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average temperature in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

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

Average wind speed in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average wind speed in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average humidity in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average rainfall in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average snowfall in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Wheeler Ridge, 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wheeler Ridge, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average UV index in January - Wheeler Ridge, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Wheeler Ridge, 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
Wheeler Ridge, WV

Average visibility in January - Wheeler Ridge, 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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