January weather forecast
Moundsville, WV

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Weather in January

A chilly start to the year is expected in Moundsville, West Virginia with temperatures struggling to rise past the freezing mark. It's a time for snowfall; records show an average of 5.31" (135mm) of snow in January. The weather condition this month sets a perfect scene for winter activities, with residents bundling up against the cold outdoors. January also has the shortest daylight hours, limiting the time under the sun. However, despite the cold, the month's clean and crisp ambiance gives way to the beautiful winter scenery.

Temperature

In Moundsville, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Moundsville, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Moundsville, there are 186.2 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Moundsville is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Moundsville, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Moundsville?

The coldest temperatures in Moundsville occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

How cold is it in Moundsville in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Moundsville, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What are the most humid months in Moundsville?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Moundsville?

In Moundsville, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in Moundsville in January?

In Moundsville, during January, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Moundsville?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Moundsville?

In Moundsville, in January, during 15.7 snowfall days, 5.31" (135mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Moundsville have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Moundsville?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Moundsville, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Moundsville?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Moundsville.

How long on average sun shines in January in Moundsville?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Moundsville?

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

Average temperature in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Moundsville, WV

Average pressure in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"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
Moundsville, WV

Average wind speed in January - Moundsville, 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 (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Moundsville, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Moundsville, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in January
Moundsville, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Moundsville, WV

Average snowfall in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Moundsville, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Moundsville, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Moundsville, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Moundsville, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Moundsville, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Moundsville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Moundsville, WV

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

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

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