January weather forecast
Smithfield, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Smithfield, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in Smithfield, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 188.6 rainfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Smithfield, West Virginia, it is snowing for 15 days. Throughout January, 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Smithfield, West Virginia, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of January, in Smithfield, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.9h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Smithfield?

Smithfield, West Virginia, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is it in Smithfield in January?

The high-temperature in Smithfield, West Virginia, during January is 35.8°F (2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Smithfield?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Smithfield?

In January, the average relative humidity in Smithfield, West Virginia, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, West Virginia, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, West Virginia, in January, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Smithfield have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Smithfield?

On the first day of January in Smithfield, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Smithfield?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Smithfield, West Virginia.

How long on average sun shines in January in Smithfield?

The average sunshine duration in January in Smithfield, West Virginia, is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Smithfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Smithfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Smithfield is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Smithfield, WV

Average temperature in January - Smithfield, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Smithfield, WV

Average pressure in January - Smithfield, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Smithfield, WV

Average wind speed in January - Smithfield, 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).

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Average humidity in January
Smithfield, WV

Average humidity in January - Smithfield, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Smithfield, WV

Average rainfall in January - Smithfield, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in January
Smithfield, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Smithfield, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Smithfield, WV

Average snowfall in January - Smithfield, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Smithfield, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Smithfield, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
Smithfield, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Smithfield, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Smithfield, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Smithfield, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Smithfield, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Smithfield, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Smithfield, 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 37).

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Average visibility in January
Smithfield, WV

Average visibility in January - Smithfield, 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).

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