January weather forecastCharlottesville, VA
January
Weather in January
Charlottesville experiences chilly conditions throughout January with notable temperatures. The lowest minimum temperature for the year is recorded in January, from 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to highs of 41.5°F (5.3°C). The city is also subjected to snowfall during this month, making it a true winter wonderland. Days are shorter with limited hours of sunlight, paving way for cold and humid nights. Despite the cooler temperatures, the New Year starts with a beautiful white canvas in this part of Virginia.Temperature
January, noted for its average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is considered the coldest month in Charlottesville.Humidity
In Charlottesville, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Charlottesville, during January, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Charlottesville is 9h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.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: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average wind speed in January: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average humidity in January: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.69"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").
Average rainfall days in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average snowfall in January: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 54min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Charlottesville, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average cloud cover in January: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Charlottesville, VA
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).
