January weather forecast
Hecla, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Hecla, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

Hecla notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Hecla, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hecla, Kentucky, in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hecla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hecla are January through April, November and December. In Hecla, in January, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hecla, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, in Hecla, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Hecla, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Hecla?

January is the month when Hecla, Kentucky, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Is January cold in Hecla?

The high-temperature, in January, in Hecla, is 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Hecla?

In Hecla, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hecla in January?

In Hecla, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Hecla?

In Hecla, during January, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hecla have in January?

In January, the average day length in Hecla is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hecla?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hecla, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hecla?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Hecla, Kentucky, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hecla have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Hecla is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hecla?

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 Hecla?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Hecla, KY

Average temperature in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Hecla, KY

Average pressure in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hecla, KY

Average wind speed in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Hecla, KY

Average humidity in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Hecla, KY

Average rainfall in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Hecla, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hecla, KY

Average snowfall in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hecla, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hecla, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hecla, KY
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hecla, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Hecla, KY

Average UV index in January - Hecla, KY
  • 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
Hecla, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Hecla, KY

Average visibility in January - Hecla, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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