January weather forecastHawks Nest, WV

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Hawks Nest, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 37°F (2.8°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Hawks Nest, West Virginia, is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hawks Nest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Hawks Nest, West Virginia. Snow falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hawks Nest, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January in Hawks Nest, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Hawks Nest, with an average of 3.8h 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 Hawks Nest, West Virginia. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January tends to be the coldest month in Hawks Nest, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

In Hawks Nest, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

In January, the average relative humidity in Hawks Nest is 83%.

In Hawks Nest, West Virginia, in January, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall in Hawks Nest is January, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

In January, in Hawks Nest, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.

In January, the average day length in Hawks Nest is 9h and 52min.

On the first day of January in Hawks Nest, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.

January has the least sunshine of the year in Hawks Nest, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January in Hawks Nest is 3.8h.

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

In Hawks Nest, West Virginia, 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
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Hawks Nest, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average snowfall in January: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 54min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Hawks Nest, WV

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Hawks Nest, 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 35).

Average visibility in January
Hawks Nest, 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).