January weather forecastWeirton, WV
January
Weather in January
The New Year in Weirton, West Virginia commences with a chilly embrace. The city witnesses minimum daylight of 9.7 hours with a relative humidity of 84%, offering a frosty winter experience. Snowfall becomes a common sight with a more pronounced occurrence than in February or December, flurrying down over half of the month. Daily wind speeds hover around 8.1mph (13km/h) and maximum wind bursts reach up to 12.4mph (20km/h). A blend of high humidity and low temperatures warrants a significant number of cloudy days, hinting towards the charm of cozy winters indoors.Temperature
January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 33.1°F (0.6°C) and as low as 20.3°F (-6.5°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.9 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.UV index
In Weirton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. 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
Weirton, WV
- Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 20.3°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 (20.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Weirton, WV
- Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Weirton, WV
- Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Weirton, WV
- Average humidity in January: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Weirton, WV
- Average rainfall in January: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").
Average rainfall days in January
Weirton, WV
- Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Weirton, WV
- Average snowfall in January: 5"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Weirton, WV
- Average snowfall days in January: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Weirton, WV
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Weirton, WV
- Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and May (8.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Weirton, WV
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Weirton, 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 35).
Average visibility in January
Weirton, WV
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
