January weather forecastKinsale, VA

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Kinsale, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).
Note: Swimming in 46.4°F (8°C) feels unbearing at 55.4°F (13°C) and can be life-risking below 50°F (10°C), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kinsale. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 41.5°F (5.3°C) at the peak and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at the base.

The high-temperature in Kinsale during January is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

The months with the lowest humidity in Kinsale are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

In Kinsale, during January, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.7 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

In January, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

In Kinsale, the average seawater temperature in January is 46.4°F (8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

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

In Kinsale, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Kinsale, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average snowfall in January: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average sea temperature in January: 46.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kinsale, 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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Kinsale, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Kinsale, VA

  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Kinsale, 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).