January weather forecastCape Charles, VA
January
Weather in January
The start of the year in Cape Charles, Virginia, brings weather patterns characterized by formidable chilly temperatures. January, being mid-winter with the lowest daylight hours of 9.9 hours, sees the city entering the year in a blanket of cold. Cementing this frosty trend, the coldest sea temperatures, at 44.1°F (6.7°C), give the city a distinctive chill. A significant departure from this cold trend, entails noteworthy rain, rather than snow, which appears to be a prevalent trend. Although few days are marked by sunshine, clear skies cannot be discounted entirely.Temperature
January, characterized by an average high temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C), is generally the coldest month.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are January, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Cape Charles, in January, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March. January is the first month it typically snows in Cape Charles. Throughout January, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Cape Charles, during the entire year, snow falls for 4 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Cape Charles, the average seawater temperature in January is 44.1°F (6.7°C).Note: Dipping in 44.1°F (6.7°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Cape Charles, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average wind speed in January: 13.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").
Average rainfall days in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and October (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average snowfall in January: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average sea temperature in January: 44.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (43.1°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 54min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average cloud cover in January: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Cape Charles, VA
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
