January weather forecastShepherdstown, WV
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).Temperature
January, marked by an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
In Shepherdstown, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.Daylight
In Shepherdstown, West Virginia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.
Sunshine
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average high temperature in January: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Shepherdstown, 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
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average rainfall in January: 2.13"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average snowfall in January: 3.86"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average snowfall days in January: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shepherdstown, 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: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Shepherdstown, 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
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average cloud cover in January: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Shepherdstown, WV
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).
