January weather forecast
Carter, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Carter, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in Carter, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.9 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Carter, Kentucky. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Carter, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, in Carter, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h 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 Carter, Kentucky. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Carter?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C), is considered the coldest month in Carter, Kentucky.

Is it cold in Carter during January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Carter, records 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Carter?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Carter?

In January, in Carter, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Carter?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Carter in January?

In January, in Carter, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carter have in January?

The average day length in January in Carter is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Carter?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carter?

The month with the least sunshine in Carter, Kentucky, is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Carter have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Carter is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Carter?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Carter?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Carter is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Carter, KY

Average temperature in January - Carter, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Carter, KY

Average pressure in January - Carter, KY
  • 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Carter, KY

Average wind speed in January - Carter, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Carter, KY

Average humidity in January - Carter, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Carter, KY

Average rainfall in January - Carter, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in January
Carter, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Carter, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Carter, KY

Average snowfall in January - Carter, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Carter, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Carter, KY
  • 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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carter, KY
  • 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Carter, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Carter, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Carter, KY

Average UV index in January - Carter, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Carter, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Carter, KY
  • 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).

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Average visibility in January
Carter, KY

Average visibility in January - Carter, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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