January weather forecastRipley, WV
January
Weather in January
Ripley, West Virginia, faces the chill of what is typically the coldest month of the year in the wake of the Christmas season. January ushers in the frosty winter weather with icy breaths of wind sweeping across the city at 6.7mph (10.8km/h). Among the notable details is the highest snowfall at 1.42in, lending to the characteristic white blanket that transforms the landscapes. January also experiences less daylight, leading to shorter days and longer nights. Winter sports activities enjoy their highest popularity during this season due to frozen locales.Temperature
Ripley reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 37.9°F (3.3°C) at the peak and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) at the lowest.Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Ripley, during January, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Ripley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.3 days and collects up to 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Ripley are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Ripley, WV
- Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°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 (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Ripley, WV
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Ripley, WV
- Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Ripley, 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 (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Ripley, WV
- Average rainfall in January: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").
Average rainfall days in January
Ripley, WV
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Ripley, WV
- Average snowfall in January: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Ripley, WV
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ripley, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Ripley, WV
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Ripley, 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
Ripley, WV
- Average cloud cover in January: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Ripley, WV
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
