January weather forecast
Soft Shell, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Soft Shell, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Soft Shell, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Soft Shell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Soft Shell are January through April, October through December. In Soft Shell, in January, during 10.3 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Soft Shell is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Soft Shell?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Soft Shell, Kentucky, registering a high temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is it in Soft Shell in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Soft Shell?

The average relative humidity in January in Soft Shell is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Soft Shell?

In January, in Soft Shell, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Soft Shell?

In January, in Soft Shell, Kentucky, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Soft Shell?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Soft Shell?

On the first day of January in Soft Shell, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Soft Shell?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Soft Shell have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Soft Shell?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Soft Shell?

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

Average temperature in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in January
Soft Shell, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average wind speed in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average humidity in January - Soft Shell, 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 November (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average rainfall in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average snowfall in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Soft Shell, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average UV index in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Soft Shell, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Soft Shell, KY

Average visibility in January - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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