January weather forecast
Bessemer, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Bessemer, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bessemer, in January, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bessemer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Bessemer are January and February, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bessemer. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Bessemer?

Bessemer's January weather reaches an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January in Bessemer?

In January, in Bessemer, the average high-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Bessemer?

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

How much does it rain in Bessemer in January?

In Bessemer, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Bessemer?

The month with the most snowfall in Bessemer is January, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Bessemer in January?

In January, in Bessemer, West Virginia, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout January, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bessemer have in January?

In Bessemer, West Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bessemer?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bessemer, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bessemer?

January and February, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Bessemer.

How many hours of sunshine does Bessemer have in January?

In Bessemer, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Bessemer?

In Bessemer, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bessemer, WV

Average temperature in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Bessemer, WV

Average pressure in January - Bessemer, WV
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Bessemer, WV

Average wind speed in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Bessemer, WV

Average humidity in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bessemer, WV

Average rainfall in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in January
Bessemer, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bessemer, WV

Average snowfall in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Bessemer, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Bessemer, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Bessemer, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Bessemer, WV

Average UV index in January - Bessemer, WV
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bessemer, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Bessemer, WV

Average visibility in January - Bessemer, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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