January weather forecast
Damascus, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Damascus, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

In Damascus, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 39.4°F (4.1°C) at the peak and 24.8°F (-4°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In Damascus, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in Damascus, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Damascus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.7 days and collects up to 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Damascus, Virginia, in January, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow. In Damascus, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.6 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of January, in Damascus, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Damascus is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Damascus. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Damascus?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Damascus, with averages ranging from a high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Is January cold in Damascus?

In Damascus, in January, the average high-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Damascus?

In January, the average relative humidity in Damascus, Virginia, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Damascus in January?

In Damascus, Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Damascus in January?

In January, in Damascus, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Damascus?

The average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Damascus?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Damascus, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Damascus?

The month with the least sunshine in Damascus is January, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Damascus?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Damascus is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Damascus?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Damascus?

In Damascus, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Damascus, VA

Average temperature in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Damascus, VA

Average pressure in January - Damascus, 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
Damascus, VA

Average wind speed in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Damascus, VA

Average humidity in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Damascus, VA

Average rainfall in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in January
Damascus, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Damascus, VA

Average snowfall in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Damascus, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 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
Damascus, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Damascus, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Damascus, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Damascus, VA

Average UV index in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Damascus, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Damascus, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Damascus, VA

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

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

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