January weather forecast
Cherokee, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Cherokee, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Cherokee, Kentucky, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cherokee are January through April, October through December. In Cherokee, Kentucky, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cherokee, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January in Cherokee, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cherokee, Kentucky, 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 average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Cherokee?

Cherokee's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Is it cold in Cherokee during January?

The high-temperature during January is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Cherokee?

The average relative humidity in January in Cherokee, Kentucky, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Cherokee?

In Cherokee, Kentucky, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Cherokee?

In Cherokee, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cherokee have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cherokee?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cherokee, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cherokee?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Cherokee have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cherokee?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Cherokee?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Cherokee, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cherokee, KY

Average temperature in January - Cherokee, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cherokee, KY

Average pressure in January - Cherokee, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Cherokee, KY

Average wind speed in January - Cherokee, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cherokee, KY

Average humidity in January - Cherokee, 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
Cherokee, KY

Average rainfall in January - Cherokee, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cherokee, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Cherokee, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cherokee, KY

Average snowfall in January - Cherokee, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cherokee, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Cherokee, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Cherokee, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cherokee, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cherokee, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Cherokee, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cherokee, KY

Average UV index in January - Cherokee, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Cherokee, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Cherokee, 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
Cherokee, KY

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

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

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