January weather forecast
Gainesville, VA

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Weather in January

Kicking off the year in Gainesville, Virginia, USA, January experiences a chill in the air as it is one of the coldest periods. The snowfall, reaching 3.7in, creates picturesque winter scenes. Sunshine is less frequent during these days, casting a distinct winter mood. The weather could affect daily commute and might necessitate extra layers of clothing to stay warm. Though the month is quite cold, the presence of snow adds a layer of beauty to the landscape.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is Gainesville's coldest month.

Humidity

In Gainesville, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gainesville, Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Gainesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Gainesville is January, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Gainesville, Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Gainesville?

The coldest time of the year in Gainesville, Virginia, is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

How cold is it in Gainesville in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Gainesville, is 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gainesville?

The average relative humidity in January in Gainesville is 74%.

How much does it rain in Gainesville in January?

In January, in Gainesville, Virginia, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Gainesville?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Gainesville. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, in January, during 4.9 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Gainesville, Virginia, is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Gainesville?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gainesville?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gainesville?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
45.7°F 7.6°C
40.6°F 4.8°C
45.1°F 7.3°C
Average low temperature
32.4°F 0.2°C
26.4°F -3.1°C
28.8°F -1.8°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.08" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
6mph 9.7km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
6.6mph 10.6km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.8mph 17.4km/h
Average humidity
78%
74%
76%
Average rainfall
2.56" 65mm
1.97" 50mm
2.01" 51mm
Average rainfall days
10.3
9.5
10.6
Average snowfall
1.61" 41mm
3.7" 94mm
3.07" 78mm
Average snowfall days
2.5
4.9
5.2
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 1min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
17.3
17.8
14.8
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
45%
44%
45%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Gainesville, VA

Average temperature in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Gainesville, VA

Average pressure in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Gainesville, VA

Average wind speed in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Gainesville, VA

Average humidity in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gainesville, VA

Average rainfall in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Gainesville, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Gainesville, VA

Average snowfall in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Gainesville, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gainesville, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gainesville, VA

Average UV index in January - Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Gainesville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Gainesville, VA

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

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

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