January weather forecast
Shanks, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Shanks, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Shanks, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shanks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shanks, West Virginia, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January in Shanks, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shanks. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Shanks?

In Shanks, West Virginia, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is January in Shanks?

In Shanks, in January, the average high-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Shanks?

The average relative humidity in January in Shanks, West Virginia, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Shanks?

In January, in Shanks, West Virginia, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Shanks?

In Shanks, during January, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shanks have in January?

The average day length in January in Shanks, West Virginia, is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Shanks?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shanks, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shanks?

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Shanks.

How many hours of sunshine does Shanks have in January?

In Shanks, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shanks?

The months with the lowest UV index in Shanks, West Virginia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Shanks?

In Shanks, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Shanks, WV

Average temperature in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Shanks, WV

Average pressure in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"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
Shanks, WV

Average wind speed in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Shanks, WV

Average humidity in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Shanks, WV

Average rainfall in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in January
Shanks, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Shanks, WV

Average snowfall in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Shanks, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Shanks, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shanks, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Shanks, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Shanks, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Shanks, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Shanks, WV

Average visibility in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and October (5mi).

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