January weather forecastPoint Pleasant, WV
January
Weather in January
January is a harsh month in Point Pleasant with winter in full swing. The chill in the air is noticable as temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The biting cold is further compounded by frequent snowfall and minimal hours of daylight. Outdoor activities may be disrupted due to the high relative humidity and almost 12 days of rainfall. Brisk winds blowing through the city add to the icy weather conditions.Temperature
January is the month when Point Pleasant sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In Point Pleasant, during January, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Point Pleasant. In Point Pleasant, during January, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Point Pleasant, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average humidity in January: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average rainfall in January: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average snowfall in January: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average snowfall days in January: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Point Pleasant, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average cloud cover in January: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Point Pleasant, WV
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
