January weather forecastWilliamsburg, VA
January
Weather in January
January marks the beginning of the year in Williamsburg, Virginia, with characteristically cold temperatures and occasional snowfall. As the chilliest month, temperatures dip to a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) while marking an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C). Relative humidity levels in the city remain constant around 75%, making for cold yet manageable weather conditions. With nearly three days of snowfall, the city prepares to bear the winter's modest brunt. The cold, crisp air offers clear visibility, contributing to the serene beauty of the winter months.Temperature
The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 45.1°F (7.3°C) at the peak and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) at the low.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 75%.Rainfall
In Williamsburg, in January, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Williamsburg, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average high temperature in January: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average rainfall days in January: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average snowfall in January: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Williamsburg, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Williamsburg, VA
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Williamsburg, 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 28).
Average visibility in January
Williamsburg, 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).
