January weather forecastSalem, WV
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Salem, West Virginia, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°F (-5°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).Temperature
In Salem, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 23°F (-5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Salem, during January, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.8 rainfall days, and 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Salem, WV
- Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 23°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 (23°F).
Average pressure in January
Salem, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Salem, 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 (4mph).
Average humidity in January
Salem, WV
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Salem, WV
- Average rainfall in January: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in January
Salem, WV
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Salem, WV
- Average snowfall in January: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Salem, WV
- Average snowfall days in January: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Salem, WV
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Salem, WV
- Average sunshine days in January: 7.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Salem, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Salem, WV
- Average cloud cover in January: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
Salem, 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).
