January weather forecast
Forest, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Forest, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Forest, during January, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143 days and collects up to 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Forest, Virginia, are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Forest is January, when snow falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Forest is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, in Forest, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Forest, Virginia.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Forest. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Forest?

Forest's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 42.8°F (6°C) and lows of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

How cold is it in Forest in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Forest, is 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Forest?

The average relative humidity in January in Forest, Virginia, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January in Forest?

In Forest, Virginia, in January, during 8 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Forest?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Forest in January?

In Forest, Virginia, during January, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

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

In Forest, Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Forest?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forest, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Forest?

The months with the least sunshine in Forest, Virginia, are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Forest?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Forest?

In Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Forest, VA

Average temperature in January - Forest, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Forest, VA

Average pressure in January - Forest, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Forest, VA

Average wind speed in January - Forest, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Forest, VA

Average humidity in January - Forest, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Forest, VA

Average rainfall in January - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in January
Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Forest, VA

Average snowfall in January - Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Forest, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Forest, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Forest, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Forest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Forest, VA

Average UV index in January - Forest, 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
Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Forest, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Forest, VA

Average visibility in January - Forest, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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