January weather forecast
Williamson, WV

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Weather in January

January in Williamson, West Virginia, USA experiences the lowest temperatures of the year, with a chilling average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C). Cold winds prevail, adding an extra chill to the air. Cloudy days are more common than clear ones, hindering visibility. January also signals the start of the snowfall season, painting the city a serene white. It is also the time when the number of daylight is at its fewest, making it a cozy time to enjoy indoor activities.

Temperature

Williamson's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and lows of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In Williamson, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Williamson, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Williamson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Williamson, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard 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. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Williamson's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Williamson, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Williamson, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Williamson, in January, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Williamson, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Williamson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Williamson, WV

Average temperature in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Williamson, WV

Average pressure in January - Williamson, 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
Williamson, WV

Average wind speed in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Williamson, WV

Average humidity in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Williamson, WV

Average rainfall in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Williamson, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Williamson, WV

Average snowfall in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Williamson, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Williamson, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Williamson, WV

Average UV index in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Williamson, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Williamson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Williamson, WV

Average visibility in January - Williamson, 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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