January weather forecast
Shortt Gap, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Shortt Gap, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

In Shortt Gap, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In Shortt Gap, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in Shortt Gap, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shortt Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shortt Gap are January through May, October through December. In Shortt Gap, during January, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shortt Gap, Virginia, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Shortt Gap, Virginia, is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Shortt Gap?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), is generally the coldest month in Shortt Gap.

How cold is it in Shortt Gap in January?

Shortt Gap in January has an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Shortt Gap?

In Shortt Gap, Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January in Shortt Gap?

In Shortt Gap, Virginia, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shortt Gap in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout January, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Shortt Gap?

In Shortt Gap, the average day length in January is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Shortt Gap?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shortt Gap?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Shortt Gap, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shortt Gap have in January?

In Shortt Gap, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shortt Gap?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Shortt Gap?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Shortt Gap 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
Shortt Gap, VA

Average temperature in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average pressure in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average wind speed in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average humidity in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average rainfall in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average snowfall in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shortt Gap, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average UV index in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in January
Shortt Gap, VA

Average visibility in January - Shortt Gap, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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