January weather forecast
Palmyra, VA

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Weather in January

January marks the beginning of the year with winter's chill in Palmyra, Virginia. There is a stark difference in the day and nighttime temperatures, with lows of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and highs peaking at 43°F (6.1°C). The colder temperatures bring a higher probability for snowfall, rendering the locale a white expanse. This month experiences relatively less daylight, leading to chilly and shorter days. Wind speeds remain moderate, contributing to the overall cold weather.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month in Palmyra, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Palmyra is 72%.

Rainfall

In Palmyra, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palmyra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In January, in Palmyra, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Palmyra, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Palmyra, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, in Palmyra, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Palmyra are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Palmyra?

January is Palmyra's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 43°F (6.1°C) and lows of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Is January cold in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, 43°F (6.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Palmyra?

In January, the average relative humidity in Palmyra is 72%.

How much does it rain in Palmyra in January?

In Palmyra, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Palmyra in January?

In Palmyra, Virginia, in January, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Palmyra?

In January, the average day length in Palmyra, Virginia, is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Palmyra?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Palmyra?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Palmyra, Virginia, is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Palmyra?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Palmyra?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Palmyra, VA

Average temperature in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Palmyra, VA

Average pressure in January - Palmyra, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Palmyra, VA

Average wind speed in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Palmyra, VA

Average humidity in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Palmyra, VA

Average rainfall in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in January
Palmyra, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Palmyra, VA

Average snowfall in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Palmyra, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Palmyra, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Palmyra, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Palmyra, VA

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Palmyra, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Palmyra, 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 30).

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Average visibility in January
Palmyra, VA

Average visibility in January - Palmyra, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).

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