January weather forecastMcDowell, VA
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in McDowell, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).Temperature
The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).Humidity
The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in McDowell, Virginia, is January, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In McDowell, in January, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In McDowell, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.
Sunshine
In McDowell, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
McDowell, VA
- Average high temperature in January: 39°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in January
McDowell, VA
- Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
McDowell, VA
- Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in January
McDowell, VA
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in January
McDowell, VA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in January
McDowell, VA
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
McDowell, VA
- Average snowfall in January: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
McDowell, VA
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
McDowell, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
McDowell, VA
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in January
McDowell, VA
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
McDowell, VA
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
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 32).
Average visibility in January
McDowell, VA
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
