January weather forecastIndependence, KY
January
Weather in January
Starting the year off, January weather in Independence, Kentucky positions itself amidst chilled winds and snowfall. The mercury column settles between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C), and 1.97" (50mm) of snow dust the town on roughly 8.8 days of the month. After the gusto of the holiday season, residents indulge in the peaceful serenity of a snow-cloaked landscape, a sight to behold. Despite the lower temperatures and higher humidity, January can be quite enchanting in its own frosty way. A proper winter month, it provides an excellent opportunity to cozy up indoors enjoying a hot cup of cocoa by the fireplace.Temperature
January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C), is the coldest month in Independence.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Independence, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Independence, in January, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.Daylight
In Independence, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of January, in Independence, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year in Independence, 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Independence, KY
- Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 24.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Independence, KY
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Independence, KY
- Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in January
Independence, KY
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Independence, KY
- Average rainfall in January: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in January
Independence, KY
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Independence, KY
- Average snowfall in January: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Independence, KY
- Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Independence, KY
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Independence, KY
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Independence, KY
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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, KY
- Average cloud cover in January: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Independence, KY
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
