January weather forecast
West Salem, OH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in West Salem, Ohio, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

West Salem, Ohio, experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a minimum of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In West Salem, in January, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Salem, Ohio. In January, in West Salem, Ohio, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Salem, there are 38.5 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in West Salem is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January in West Salem, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in West Salem.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in West Salem is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in West Salem?

With average high and low temperatures of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) respectively, January is West Salem's coldest month.

How cold is January in West Salem?

In West Salem, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in West Salem?

In West Salem, Ohio, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in West Salem?

In West Salem, Ohio, in January, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Salem in January?

In West Salem, Ohio, during January, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Salem have in January?

In January, the average day length in West Salem is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in West Salem?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Salem, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Salem?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in West Salem?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January in West Salem?

In West Salem, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
West Salem, OH

Average temperature in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Salem, OH

Average pressure in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
West Salem, OH

Average wind speed in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Salem, OH

Average humidity in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Salem, OH

Average rainfall in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Salem, OH

Average rainfall days in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Salem, OH

Average snowfall in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Salem, OH

Average snowfall days in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 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
West Salem, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Salem, OH

Average sunshine days in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Salem, OH

Average UV index in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
West Salem, OH

Average cloud cover in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
West Salem, OH

Average visibility in January - West Salem, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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