January weather forecast
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Weather in January

January, like December, in Reader, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°F (1.9°C) and min 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

In Reader, West Virginia, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In Reader, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of January in Reader, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Reader, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Reader?

Reader's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is it in Reader in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Reader are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Reader?

The average relative humidity in January in Reader is 83%.

How much does it rain in Reader in January?

In Reader, in January, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Reader?

The month with the most snowfall in Reader, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Reader in January?

In Reader, in January, during 14.7 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Reader?

On the first day of January in Reader, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Reader?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Reader have in January?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Reader?

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

Average temperature in January - Reader, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Reader, WV

Average pressure in January - Reader, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"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
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Average wind speed in January - Reader, 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
Reader, WV

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

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

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Average rainfall in January
Reader, WV

Average rainfall in January - Reader, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Reader, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Reader, WV

Average snowfall in January - Reader, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Reader, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Reader, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Reader, 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: 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
Reader, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Reader, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (8.7 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Reader, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Reader, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Reader, WV

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

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

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