January weather forecast
Newport News, VA

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Weather in January

Despite the cool temperatures, the average highs for January in Newport News, Virginia, USA tend to linger around 44.8°F (7.1°C). Affected by the cooler North Atlantic sea currents, January is typically a chilly month. This period is characterized by nearly equal daylight and sunshine hours, hand in hand with a gradual increase in sunshine days. Noteworthy is the delicate snowfall, the white blanket rarely making an appearance. Essentially, January is a melancholy painting of gray skies and brisk winds in Newport News.

Temperature

In Newport News, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Newport News is 75%.

Rainfall

In Newport News, Virginia, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newport News, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Newport News, Virginia, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Newport News, Virginia, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.5°F (7.5°C).
Note: Beware of 45.5°F (7.5°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Newport News, Virginia, is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Newport News. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Newport News?

Newport News's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the usual temperature for Newport News in January?

Newport News in January has an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Newport News?

In January, the average relative humidity in Newport News, Virginia, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in Newport News?

In Newport News, Virginia, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Newport News?

In Newport News, in January, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Newport News?

In Newport News, Virginia, in January, the average water temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). Swimming in 45.5°F (7.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Newport News?

The average day length in January in Newport News is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Newport News?

On the first day of January in Newport News, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Newport News?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Newport News is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Newport News?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Newport News, Virginia.

How high is the UV index in January in Newport News?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Newport News, VA

Average temperature in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Newport News, VA

Average pressure in January - Newport News, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Newport News, VA

Average wind speed in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Newport News, VA

Average humidity in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in January
Newport News, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Newport News, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.3 days

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

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Average sea temperature in January
Newport News, VA

Average sea temperature in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 45.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Newport News, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Newport News, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Newport News, VA

Average UV index in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Newport News, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Newport News, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

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 27).

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Average visibility in January
Newport News, VA

Average visibility in January - Newport News, 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).

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