January weather forecastKite, KY

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Kite, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

Kite experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a minimum of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Kite, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kite, Kentucky, in January, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kite is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is Kite's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and lows of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

In Kite, 40.1°F (4.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

In January, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of snow.

In Kite, in January, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow.

In Kite, Kentucky, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

In Kite, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

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

In Kite, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kite, KY

  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Kite, KY

  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kite, KY

  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Kite, KY

  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Kite, KY

  • Average rainfall in January: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in January
Kite, KY

  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kite, KY

  • Average snowfall in January: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kite, KY

  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kite, KY

  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in January
Kite, KY

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Kite, KY

  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Kite, KY

  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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