January weather forecast
Virginia Beach, VA

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The grand Chesapeake Bay Bridge in Virginia Beach, Virginia
The grand Chesapeake Bay Bridge in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Weather in January

The dawn of the year in Virginia Beach, Virginia brings cool days with a chill that nips at the air. It is a month that presents a contrast to the sweltering summer weather, the temperatures swing between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) on most days. The conditions stand out for the sporadic snowfall with an accumulation of 0.08" (2mm). This period encourages indoor activities as the relatively low visibility and regular wind gusts reaching up to 18.6mph (29.9km/h) can make outdoor adventures challenging. Despite these conditions, the city is blanketed with a picture-perfect winter setting creating a magical atmosphere.

Temperature

In Virginia Beach, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, in Virginia Beach, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Virginia Beach, there are 134.5 rainfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Virginia Beach, in January, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Virginia Beach, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Virginia Beach, in January, the average water temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).
Note: Taking a dip in 42.6°F (5.9°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Virginia Beach is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of January, in Virginia Beach, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during January translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Virginia Beach?

In Virginia Beach, Virginia, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What are the temperatures in Virginia Beach in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Virginia Beach, Virginia, are 46°F (7.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Virginia Beach?

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

How much does it rain in Virginia Beach in January?

In January, in Virginia Beach, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Virginia Beach in January?

In January, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout January, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Virginia Beach?

In Virginia Beach, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.6°F (5.9°C). Swimming in 42.6°F (5.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January in Virginia Beach?

In January, the average day length in Virginia Beach is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Virginia Beach?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Virginia Beach?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Virginia Beach?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January in Virginia Beach?

In Virginia Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
51.8°F 11°C
46°F 7.8°C
48.2°F 9°C
Average low temperature
42.8°F 6°C
36.7°F 2.6°C
38.3°F 3.5°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
11mph 17.7km/h
11.9mph 19.2km/h
11.9mph 19.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.8mph 19km/h
12.7mph 20.4km/h
12.7mph 20.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.6mph 28.3km/h
18.6mph 29.9km/h
19.3mph 31.1km/h
Average humidity
77%
75%
75%
Average rainfall
1.18" 30mm
0.83" 21mm
1.02" 26mm
Average rainfall days
9
7.3
9.1
Average snowfall
0.04" 1mm
0.08" 2mm
0.28" 7mm
Average snowfall days
0.7
1.3
1.4
Average sea temperature
50.9°F 10.5°C
42.6°F 5.9°C
41.8°F 5.4°C
Average daylight
9h 4min
10h 0min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 3min
5h 3min
5h 2min
Average sunshine days
19.8
20.6
17.8
Average UV index
3
3
3
Average cloud cover
41%
41%
42%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Virginia Beach, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average pressure in January - Virginia Beach, 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
Virginia Beach, VA

Average wind speed in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average humidity in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average rainfall in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average snowfall in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
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
Virginia Beach, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average sea temperature in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.6°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 (41.8°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Virginia Beach, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average UV index in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Virginia Beach, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

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 26).

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Average visibility in January
Virginia Beach, VA

Average visibility in January - Virginia Beach, 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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