January weather forecast
Rachel, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Rachel, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

Rachel experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rachel, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rachel, there are 188.6 rainfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rachel, in January, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 5.94" (151mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Rachel is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, in Rachel, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rachel are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Rachel?

January is the coldest month in Rachel, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is it in Rachel in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rachel, West Virginia, during January are 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Rachel?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Rachel?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Rachel?

In Rachel, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Rachel?

In January, it is snowing for 15 days. Throughout January, 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rachel have in January?

The average day length in January in Rachel is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Rachel?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rachel?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Rachel, West Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rachel?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Rachel, West Virginia, is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rachel?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Rachel?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Rachel is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rachel, WV

Average temperature in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Rachel, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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

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

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Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rachel, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (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
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Average cloud cover in January - Rachel, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Rachel, 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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