January weather forecast
Blue Ridge, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Blue Ridge, Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Blue Ridge is 74%.

Rainfall

In Blue Ridge, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Blue Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 14.76" (375mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Blue Ridge are January through April, November and December. In Blue Ridge, during January, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Blue Ridge, there are 13.8 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Blue Ridge, Virginia, is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of January, in Blue Ridge, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Blue Ridge 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 average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Blue Ridge?

January is the month when Blue Ridge experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Is January cold in Blue Ridge?

The high-temperature, in January, in Blue Ridge, records 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Blue Ridge?

The average relative humidity in January in Blue Ridge, Virginia, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Blue Ridge?

In Blue Ridge, Virginia, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Blue Ridge in January?

In Blue Ridge, during January, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Blue Ridge have in January?

The average day length in January in Blue Ridge, Virginia, is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Blue Ridge?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Blue Ridge?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Blue Ridge?

The average sunshine duration in January in Blue Ridge is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Blue Ridge?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Blue Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average temperature in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average pressure in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Blue Ridge, VA

Average wind speed in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average humidity in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average UV index in January - Blue Ridge, 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
Blue Ridge, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Blue Ridge, VA

Average visibility in January - Blue Ridge, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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