January weather forecast
Thornton Gap, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Thornton Gap, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Thornton Gap, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Thornton Gap, in January, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thornton Gap, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of January, in Thornton Gap, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Thornton Gap?

January, having an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month in Thornton Gap.

Is it cold in Thornton Gap during January?

Thornton Gap in January has an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Thornton Gap?

In Thornton Gap, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Thornton Gap?

In Thornton Gap, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Thornton Gap?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Thornton Gap. Snow falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Thornton Gap?

In Thornton Gap, in January, during 11.1 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thornton Gap have in January?

The average day length in January in Thornton Gap is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Thornton Gap?

On the first day of January in Thornton Gap, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Thornton Gap?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Thornton Gap?

In Thornton Gap, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Thornton Gap?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Thornton Gap?

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

Average temperature in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average pressure in January - Thornton Gap, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average wind speed in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average humidity in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average rainfall in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average snowfall in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 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
Thornton Gap, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thornton Gap, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Thornton Gap, KY

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Thornton Gap, KY

Average visibility in January - Thornton Gap, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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