January weather forecast
Terra Alta, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Terra Alta, West Virginia, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 32.4°F (0.2°C) at the peak and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) at the base.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Terra Alta.

Rainfall

In Terra Alta, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Terra Alta, West Virginia, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Terra Alta are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Terra Alta, West Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Terra Alta, West Virginia, is January, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Terra Alta?

January is the coldest month in Terra Alta, West Virginia, with an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

How cold is it in Terra Alta in January?

The high-temperature in Terra Alta during January is 32.4°F (0.2°C) and the low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What are the most humid months in Terra Alta?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Terra Alta.

What is the average humidity in January in Terra Alta?

The average relative humidity in January in Terra Alta, West Virginia, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Terra Alta?

In Terra Alta, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Terra Alta?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Terra Alta, West Virginia. Snow falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Terra Alta in January?

In January, it is snowing for 17.9 days. Throughout January, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Terra Alta have in January?

The average day length in January in Terra Alta is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Terra Alta?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Terra Alta?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Terra Alta.

How long on average sun shines in January in Terra Alta?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

How high is the UV index in January in Terra Alta?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Terra Alta, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average temperature in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average pressure in January - Terra Alta, 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
Terra Alta, WV

Average wind speed in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average humidity in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average rainfall in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average snowfall in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 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
Terra Alta, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Terra Alta, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average UV index in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in January
Terra Alta, WV

Average visibility in January - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September, October and December (4mi).

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