January weather forecast
Cotton, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Cotton, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Cotton, West Virginia, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cotton, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Cotton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.9 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cotton are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cotton, West Virginia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Cotton, with an average of 3.5h 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Cotton?

With an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C), January is the coldest month in Cotton.

Is it cold in Cotton during January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cotton are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Cotton?

In January, the average relative humidity in Cotton is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Cotton?

In Cotton, in January, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Cotton?

The month with the most snowfall in Cotton, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cotton in January?

In Cotton, West Virginia, during January, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cotton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cotton, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cotton?

The month with the least sunshine in Cotton, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cotton?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Cotton?

In Cotton, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
43.9°F 6.6°C
38.7°F 3.7°C
43.3°F 6.3°C
Average low temperature
32.2°F 0.1°C
25°F -3.9°C
28.9°F -1.7°C
Average pressure
30.14" 766mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
6.1mph 9.8km/h
6.5mph 10.5km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
6.5mph 10.5km/h
7mph 11.3km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
9.8mph 15.8km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
Average humidity
81%
81%
82%
Average rainfall
2.68" 68mm
2.28" 58mm
2.95" 75mm
Average rainfall days
12.7
11.5
11.5
Average snowfall
2.52" 64mm
3.46" 88mm
2.76" 70mm
Average snowfall days
6.9
11.2
8.2
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
4h 0min
3h 3min
4h 2min
Average sunshine days
12.8
11.3
10.2
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
59%
64%
61%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Cotton, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cotton, WV

Average pressure in January - Cotton, 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
Cotton, WV

Average wind speed in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cotton, WV

Average humidity in January - Cotton, 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 (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cotton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cotton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cotton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cotton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Cotton, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cotton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cotton, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cotton, WV

Average UV index in January - Cotton, 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
Cotton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Cotton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Cotton, WV

Average visibility in January - Cotton, 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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