January weather forecast
Nelson, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Nelson, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Nelson's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 46°F (7.8°C) to a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nelson, Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Nelson is January, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Nelson is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Nelson. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Nelson?

In Nelson, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 46°F (7.8°C) and reaching a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the usual temperature for Nelson in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Nelson, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Nelson?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How much does it rain in Nelson in January?

In Nelson, in January, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Nelson?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 2.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Nelson?

In Nelson, in January, during 2.8 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in January?

In Nelson, Virginia, the average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Nelson?

On the first day of January in Nelson, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Nelson?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nelson?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Nelson?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Nelson is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Nelson, VA

Average temperature in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Nelson, VA

Average pressure in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"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).

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Average wind speed in January
Nelson, VA

Average wind speed in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Nelson, VA

Average humidity in January - Nelson, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Nelson, VA

Average rainfall in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in January
Nelson, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Nelson, VA

Average snowfall in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Nelson, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Nelson, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nelson, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Nelson, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Nelson, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Nelson, VA

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Nelson, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Nelson, VA

Average visibility in January - Nelson, 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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