January weather forecast
Independence, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Independence, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 35.6°F (2°C) and a minimum average of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Independence, during January, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.5 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Independence are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Independence, West Virginia. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Independence. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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 Independence?

January, with its high-temperature average of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature average of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Independence?

In Independence, in January, the average high-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Independence?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Independence?

The average relative humidity in January in Independence is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Independence?

In January, in Independence, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Independence?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Independence, West Virginia. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Independence in January?

In January, in Independence, it is snowing for 16.8 days. Throughout January, 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Independence?

In Independence, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Independence?

On the first day of January in Independence, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Independence?

The month with the least sunshine in Independence, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Independence is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Independence?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Independence?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Independence is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Independence, WV

Average temperature in January - Independence, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Independence, WV

Average pressure in January - Independence, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Independence, WV

Average wind speed in January - Independence, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Independence, WV

Average humidity in January - Independence, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Independence, WV

Average rainfall in January - Independence, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Independence, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Independence, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Independence, WV

Average snowfall in January - Independence, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Independence, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Independence, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Independence, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Independence, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Independence, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Independence, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Independence, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Independence, WV

Average visibility in January - Independence, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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