January weather forecast
Weirton, WV

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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

In Weirton, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 33.1°F (0.6°C) and reaching a low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Weirton, West Virginia, in January, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Weirton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.9 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Weirton are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Weirton 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 January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Weirton, West Virginia, 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Weirton?

Weirton, West Virginia, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

How cold is it in Weirton in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Weirton, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Weirton?

In Weirton, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How much does it rain in Weirton in January?

In Weirton, in January, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Weirton?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Weirton, West Virginia. Snow falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Weirton in January?

In Weirton, during January, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Weirton?

The average day length in January in Weirton, West Virginia, is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Weirton?

On the first day of January in Weirton, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Weirton?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Weirton?

In Weirton, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Weirton?

In Weirton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average pressure in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average humidity in January
Weirton, WV

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Weirton, WV

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Weirton, WV

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Weirton, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Weirton, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average UV index in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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Average visibility in January
Weirton, WV

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).

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