January weather forecast
Point Pleasant, WV

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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 that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Point Pleasant, in January, during 11.3 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Point Pleasant, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Point Pleasant is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Point Pleasant, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, 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 in Point Pleasant are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Is January cold in Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, in January, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Point Pleasant?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Point Pleasant, West Virginia.

What is the average humidity in January in Point Pleasant?

The average relative humidity in January in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Point Pleasant in January?

In Point Pleasant, in January, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Point Pleasant in January?

In January, in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Point Pleasant have in January?

The average day length in January in Point Pleasant is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Point Pleasant?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Point Pleasant?

The month with the least sunshine in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Point Pleasant?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Point Pleasant?

The months with the lowest UV index in Point Pleasant are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average pressure in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average humidity in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average UV index in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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Average visibility in January
Point Pleasant, WV

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).

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