January weather forecastShanks, WV
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Shanks, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C).Temperature
In Shanks, the lowest average 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).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 77%.Rainfall
In Shanks, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, 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
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shanks, 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: 5h and 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
