January weather forecast
Lexington, KY

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A sunset view of the ancient buildings in Lexington, Kentucky
A sunset view of the ancient buildings in Lexington, Kentucky

Weather in January

January marks the onset of the New Year in Lexington, Kentucky, bringing with it a chilly climate featuring snow and high humidity levels. A prominent feature of this month is the cool temperature dropping down to 25.7°F, with snowfall reaching 2.8", thus providing a snowy retreat. The winter season is in its peak, making the outdoor weather conditions considerably cold yet bearable. The transition from this month to February sees an increase in temperature but the chilly nights and cold winds continue to dominate. Even though Lexington begins to evolve from its frosty winter days, snowfall is continual, presenting an artistic view of the city decked up in snowy white.

Temperature

In Lexington, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 39°F and reaching a low of 25.7°F.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in Lexington, Kentucky, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.56" of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 37.95" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lexington. In Lexington, in January, during 9.7 snowfall days, 2.8" of snow is typically accumulated. In Lexington, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.8 days and aggregates up to 11.3" of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Lexington is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:59 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 Lexington, Kentucky. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the coldest time of year in Lexington?

January, with its high-temperature average of 39°F and a low-temperature average of 25.7°F, is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Lexington in January?

January temperatures in Lexington, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 39°F and a low-temperature of 25.7°F.

What is the average humidity in January in Lexington?

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

How much does it rain in Lexington in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.56" of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Lexington?

In January, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout January, 2.8" of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lexington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lexington?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Lexington, Kentucky, is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lexington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Lexington?

In Lexington, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lexington, KY

Average temperature in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Lexington, KY

Average pressure in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Lexington, KY

Average wind speed in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Lexington, KY

Average humidity in January - Lexington, 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 (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Lexington, KY

Average rainfall in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in January
Lexington, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Lexington, KY

Average snowfall in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Lexington, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lexington, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Lexington, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Lexington, KY

Average UV index in January - Lexington, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Lexington, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Lexington, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Lexington, KY

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

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

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