January weather forecast
Afton, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Afton, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

Afton's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Afton.

Rainfall

January and November are months with the least rain in Afton when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Afton are January through April, October through December. In January, in Afton, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 17.4" (442mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Afton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January in Afton, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Afton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Afton?

January is the coldest month in Afton, Virginia, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Is it cold in Afton during January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Afton?

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Afton?

In January, the average relative humidity in Afton is 73%.

What is the driest month in Afton?

The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Afton?

In Afton, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Afton in January?

In Afton, Virginia, during January, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Afton have in January?

In Afton, Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Afton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Afton, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Afton?

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Afton, Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in January in Afton?

The average sunshine duration in January in Afton is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Afton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Afton?

In Afton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
44.8°F 7.1°C
39.6°F 4.2°C
44.2°F 6.8°C
Average low temperature
30.4°F -0.9°C
24.8°F -4°C
27.7°F -2.4°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
5.5mph 8.9km/h
6.3mph 10.1km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
6mph 9.7km/h
6.8mph 10.9km/h
7.1mph 11.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
9.2mph 14.8km/h
10.2mph 16.4km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average humidity
77%
73%
75%
Average rainfall
2.83" 72mm
2.01" 51mm
2.24" 57mm
Average rainfall days
9.6
9.5
10.8
Average snowfall
2.64" 67mm
3.7" 94mm
4.09" 104mm
Average snowfall days
3.2
6.3
6
Average daylight
9h 4min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
5h 2min
5h 4min
Average sunshine days
18.7
17.1
13.8
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
44%
42%
44%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Afton, VA

Average temperature in January - Afton, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Afton, VA

Average pressure in January - Afton, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Afton, VA

Average wind speed in January - Afton, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Afton, VA

Average humidity in January - Afton, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Afton, VA

Average rainfall in January - Afton, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in January
Afton, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Afton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Afton, VA

Average snowfall in January - Afton, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Afton, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Afton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Afton, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Afton, VA
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Afton, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Afton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Afton, VA

Average UV index in January - Afton, VA
  • 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
Afton, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Afton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Afton, VA

Average visibility in January - Afton, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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