January weather forecast
Roanoke, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Roanoke, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Roanoke, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of January, in Roanoke, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Roanoke is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Roanoke?

Temperature readings in Roanoke reach their annual highs in January, averaging 37°F (2.8°C) and a minimum average of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

How cold is January in Roanoke?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Roanoke, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Roanoke?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Roanoke, West Virginia.

What is the average humidity in January in Roanoke?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Roanoke?

In Roanoke, West Virginia, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Roanoke?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Roanoke?

In Roanoke, West Virginia, during January, snow falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Roanoke have in January?

In Roanoke, West Virginia, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Roanoke?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Roanoke, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Roanoke?

The month with the least sunshine in Roanoke, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Roanoke?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Roanoke?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Roanoke?

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

Average temperature in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Roanoke, WV

Average pressure in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Roanoke, WV

Average wind speed in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Roanoke, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Roanoke, WV

Average rainfall in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Roanoke, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Roanoke, WV

Average snowfall in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Roanoke, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 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
Roanoke, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Roanoke, 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 30min).

  • 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
Roanoke, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Roanoke, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, July and August (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
Roanoke, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Roanoke, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Roanoke, WV

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

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

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