January weather forecastNew Castle, VA
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in New Castle, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).Temperature
The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In New Castle, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in New Castle. In New Castle, in January, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.9 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In New Castle, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 55min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
New Castle, VA
- Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in January
New Castle, VA
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
New Castle, VA
- Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in January
New Castle, VA
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in January
New Castle, VA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in January
New Castle, VA
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
New Castle, VA
- Average snowfall in January: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
New Castle, VA
- Average snowfall days in January: 3.5 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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Castle, VA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 54min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
New Castle, VA
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).
Average UV index in January
New Castle, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
New Castle, VA
- Average cloud cover in January: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
New Castle, VA
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
