January weather forecast
Bristol, VA

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Weather in January

Snowfall is not uncommon in January, with Bristol, Virginia, resting under an average of 1.89" (48mm) of snow, making January one of the coldest months of the year. Shrouding the snow-capped city, cloud cover stands prominent, shielding most of the sunlight, as the days often start foggy, leading to decreased visibility. Weather patterns in January demand layers and warm clothing, with frost and ice becoming a familiar sight. As the year commences, the city spirals into a chiller, slower pace, defining the winters of Bristol. Succeeding the chilling January, February brings slight changes in weather conditions, offering a slightly warmer temperature range, still requiring warm coats and scarves.

Temperature

Bristol's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 41°F (5°C) to a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bristol are January through April, October through December. In Bristol, in January, during 8.6 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.4 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bristol is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, in Bristol, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bristol. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Bristol?

January, with its high-temperature average of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is the coldest month.

Is January cold in Bristol?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bristol, records 41°F (5°C), while the low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Bristol?

The average relative humidity in January in Bristol, Virginia, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Bristol?

In January, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Bristol?

In January, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in January?

The average day length in January in Bristol is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Bristol?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bristol?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Bristol.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Bristol, Virginia, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bristol?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Bristol?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Bristol, Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
45.9°F 7.7°C
41°F 5°C
45.9°F 7.7°C
Average low temperature
32.4°F 0.2°C
26.4°F -3.1°C
29.7°F -1.3°C
Average pressure
30.14" 766mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
6mph 9.7km/h
6.7mph 10.8km/h
6.7mph 10.8km/h
Average max. wind speed
6.5mph 10.5km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
9.7mph 15.6km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
Average humidity
79%
78%
80%
Average rainfall
1.61" 41mm
1.54" 39mm
2.17" 55mm
Average rainfall days
11.2
11.6
11.3
Average snowfall
3.27" 83mm
1.89" 48mm
2.05" 52mm
Average snowfall days
5.5
8.6
8.3
Average daylight
9h 4min
10h 0min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
4h 5min
5h 4min
Average sunshine days
14.4
13.8
10.6
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
48%
52%
53%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Bristol, VA

Average temperature in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Bristol, VA

Average pressure in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Bristol, VA

Average wind speed in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Bristol, VA

Average humidity in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bristol, VA

Average rainfall in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in January
Bristol, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bristol, VA

Average snowfall in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Bristol, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Bristol, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Bristol, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Bristol, VA

Average UV index in January - Bristol, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bristol, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Bristol, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Bristol, VA

Average visibility in January - Bristol, VA
  • 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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