January weather forecastLexington, KY
January
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 (-3.5°C), with snowfall reaching 2.8" (71mm), 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, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 79%.Rainfall
In Lexington, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 37.95" (964mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.8 snowfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Lexington, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lexington. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lexington, KY
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 54min
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
