January weather forecast
Rock Forge, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Rock Forge, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and lows of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rock Forge, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rock Forge, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rock Forge, during January, snow falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.1 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Rock Forge, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Rock Forge?

In Rock Forge, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Rock Forge, is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Rock Forge, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 17 days. Throughout January, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Rock Forge, the average day length in January is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Rock Forge have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Rock Forge, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average temperature in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average pressure in January - Rock Forge, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average wind speed in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average humidity in January - Rock Forge, 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
Rock Forge, WV

Average rainfall in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average snowfall in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average sunshine days in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average UV index in January - Rock Forge, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Rock Forge, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Rock Forge, 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
Rock Forge, WV

Average visibility in January - Rock Forge, 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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