January weather forecast
Elton, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Elton, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Elton's January weather, with an average high temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Elton, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elton, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.2 days and aggregates up to 32.83" (834mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Elton, West Virginia, is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Elton is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November 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 the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Elton?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in Elton in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Elton, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elton?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Elton?

In Elton, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Elton?

In Elton, West Virginia, during January, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elton have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Elton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elton?

The month with the least sunshine in Elton is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Elton, West Virginia, is 3.8h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Elton, West Virginia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Elton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Elton, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Elton, WV

Average temperature in January - Elton, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Elton, WV

Average pressure in January - Elton, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Elton, WV

Average wind speed in January - Elton, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elton, WV

Average humidity in January - Elton, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elton, WV

Average rainfall in January - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elton, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elton, WV

Average snowfall in January - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elton, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Elton, WV

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

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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Elton, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Elton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elton, WV

Average UV index in January - Elton, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Elton, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Elton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in January
Elton, WV

Average visibility in January - Elton, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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