January weather forecast
Peterson, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Peterson, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Peterson witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Peterson are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In January, in Peterson, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Peterson are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Peterson is January, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Peterson.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Peterson are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Peterson?

Peterson's January weather reaches an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in Peterson in January?

January temperatures in Peterson vary between a high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Peterson?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Peterson.

What is the average humidity in January in Peterson?

In January, the average relative humidity in Peterson, West Virginia, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Peterson?

In Peterson, West Virginia, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Peterson?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Peterson?

In Peterson, West Virginia, in January, snow falls for 16.6 days, with typically accumulated 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Peterson?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peterson, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Peterson?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Peterson, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Peterson?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Peterson is 3.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Peterson?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Peterson, WV

Average temperature in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°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 (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Peterson, WV

Average pressure in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Peterson, WV

Average wind speed in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Peterson, WV

Average humidity in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Peterson, WV

Average snowfall in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Peterson, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 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
Peterson, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Peterson, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Peterson, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Peterson, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Peterson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Peterson, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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