January weather forecast
Shannon, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Shannon, Kentucky, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a minimum temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Shannon is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shannon, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shannon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.5 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shannon, in January, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shannon, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shannon, Kentucky, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4h 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 Shannon. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Shannon?

With an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Shannon?

January temperatures in Shannon vary between a high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Shannon?

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

How much does it rain in Shannon in January?

In Shannon, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Shannon?

In Shannon, in January, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Shannon?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Shannon?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shannon, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shannon?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Shannon?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shannon?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Shannon?

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

Average temperature in January - Shannon, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.6°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 (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Shannon, KY

Average pressure in January - Shannon, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Shannon, KY

Average wind speed in January - Shannon, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Shannon, KY

Average humidity in January - Shannon, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Shannon, KY

Average rainfall in January - Shannon, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Shannon, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Shannon, KY

Average snowfall in January - Shannon, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Shannon, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Shannon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shannon, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Shannon, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Shannon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in January
Shannon, KY

Average UV index in January - Shannon, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Shannon, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Shannon, KY

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

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

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