January weather forecastShagtown, WV

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Shagtown, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

In Shagtown, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Shagtown, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shagtown, West Virginia, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shagtown. January is the month with the most snowfall in Shagtown. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shagtown, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, in Shagtown, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January tends to be the coldest month in Shagtown, West Virginia, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

An average high-temperature, in January, in Shagtown, is 35.6°F (2°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

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

The average relative humidity in January in Shagtown, West Virginia, is 84%.

In January, in Shagtown, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

In Shagtown, West Virginia, in January, during 16.8 snowfall days, 7.28" (185mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In Shagtown, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shagtown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Shagtown.

In Shagtown, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

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

In Shagtown, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Shagtown, WV

  • Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Shagtown, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Shagtown, 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).

Average humidity in January
Shagtown, 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%).

Average rainfall in January
Shagtown, WV

  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Shagtown, WV

  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shagtown, WV

  • Average snowfall in January: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shagtown, WV

  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shagtown, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shagtown, WV

  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Shagtown, WV

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Shagtown, 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 36).

Average visibility in January
Shagtown, 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).