January weather forecast
Buffalo, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Buffalo, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

Buffalo's January weather, with an average high temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo, in January, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buffalo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Buffalo, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Buffalo?

Buffalo's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

How cold is January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, in January, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Buffalo?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, in January, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Buffalo?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, in January, during 12.5 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Buffalo is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Buffalo?

On the first day of January in Buffalo, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buffalo?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Buffalo, West Virginia, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Buffalo is 3.7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Buffalo, West Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Buffalo, WV

Average temperature in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Buffalo, WV

Average pressure in January - Buffalo, WV
  • 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Buffalo, WV

Average wind speed in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Buffalo, WV

Average humidity in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Buffalo, WV

Average rainfall in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in January
Buffalo, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Buffalo, WV

Average snowfall in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Buffalo, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Buffalo, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Buffalo, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Buffalo, WV

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Buffalo, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Buffalo, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Buffalo, WV

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

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

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