January weather forecast
Ruth, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Ruth, Kentucky, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.5°F (5.3°C) and min 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

In Ruth, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Ruth, Kentucky, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ruth, in January, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ruth, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ruth are January through April, October through December. In Ruth, Kentucky, during January, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Ruth, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ruth, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ruth is January, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ruth. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Ruth?

In Ruth, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

How cold is January in Ruth?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Ruth, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Ruth?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Ruth?

In Ruth, Kentucky, during January, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ruth in January?

In January, in Ruth, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ruth have in January?

In January, the average day length in Ruth, Kentucky, is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ruth?

On the first day of January in Ruth, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ruth?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Ruth, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ruth?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ruth, Kentucky, is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ruth?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ruth is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Ruth, KY

Average temperature in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ruth, KY

Average pressure in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ruth, KY

Average wind speed in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ruth, KY

Average humidity in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ruth, KY

Average rainfall in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ruth, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ruth, KY

Average snowfall in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ruth, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Ruth, 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).

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

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

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ruth, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ruth, KY

Average UV index in January - Ruth, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ruth, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Ruth, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Ruth, KY

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

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

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