January weather forecast
Murray, KY

Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
°Celsius°Fahrenheit
Share

Contents

Weather in January

January marks the beginning of a new year in Murray, Kentucky, characterized by a wintry setting. The air is brisk and one can observe visual changes in the environment as a result of the season. Noteworthy is the amount of snow, limited to a meager 1.02" (26mm), setting the stage for a mostly snow-less winter in the city. The days, short and cold, the city enveloped in a shroud of white, remind locals and visitors of the season's unique presence. A key feature of January is its shorter daylight hours, casting a distinctive vibe across the city.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Murray, Kentucky, is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, in Murray, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Murray, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Murray. In Murray, in January, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Murray, Kentucky, there are 12.1 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Murray is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Murray. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. 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. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Murray?

January is Murray's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and lows of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Is it cold in Murray during January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Murray, records 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Murray?

In Murray, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Murray?

In Murray, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Murray?

In January, in Murray, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Murray have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Murray?

On the first day of January in Murray, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Murray have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Murray, Kentucky, is 4.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Murray?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
46.8°F 8.2°C
42.6°F 5.9°C
47.1°F 8.4°C
Average low temperature
34.7°F 1.5°C
29.5°F -1.4°C
33.1°F 0.6°C
Average pressure
30.14" 766mmHg
30.17" 766mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.8mph 14.2km/h
8.8mph 14.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.9mph 14.3km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.6mph 21.9km/h
14.2mph 22.9km/h
14.2mph 22.9km/h
Average humidity
79%
76%
79%
Average rainfall
3.31" 84mm
2.52" 64mm
4.41" 112mm
Average rainfall days
12.3
10.8
12.5
Average snowfall
0.87" 22mm
1.02" 26mm
1.61" 41mm
Average snowfall days
2.2
3.7
3.8
Average daylight
9h 4min
10h 0min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
4h 5min
4h 5min
4h 4min
Average sunshine days
16.5
17.3
12.7
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
48%
50%
51%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Murray, KY

Average temperature in January - Murray, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in January
Murray, KY

Average pressure in January - Murray, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in January
Murray, KY

Average wind speed in January - Murray, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in January
Murray, KY

Average humidity in January - Murray, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in January
Murray, KY

Average rainfall in January - Murray, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in January
Murray, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Murray, 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 (10.4 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in January
Murray, KY

Average snowfall in January - Murray, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in January
Murray, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Murray, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Murray, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in January
Murray, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Murray, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in January
Murray, KY

Average UV index in January - Murray, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in January
Murray, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Murray, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

[Resources]

Average visibility in January
Murray, KY

Average visibility in January - Murray, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

[Resources]

Murray, Kentucky, USA

Weather forecast for today
Weather forecast for tomorrow
10 days weather forecast
Climate data
1January
2February
3March
4April
5May
6June
7July
8August
9September
10October
11November
12December

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location