January weather forecast
West Columbia, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in West Columbia, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in West Columbia, West Virginia.

Rainfall

In West Columbia, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Columbia, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Columbia are January through April, October through December. In January, in West Columbia, West Virginia, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in West Columbia is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Columbia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in West Columbia?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 37.2°F (2.9°C) at the peak and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) at the low.

How cold is it in West Columbia in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in West Columbia, records 37.2°F (2.9°C), while the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What are the most humid months in West Columbia?

The months with the highest humidity in West Columbia are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in West Columbia?

In West Columbia, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in West Columbia?

In West Columbia, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Columbia in January?

In West Columbia, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in West Columbia?

In January, the average day length in West Columbia, West Virginia, is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in West Columbia?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Columbia, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Columbia?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in West Columbia, West Virginia.

How many hours of sunshine does West Columbia have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in West Columbia, West Virginia, is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Columbia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in West Columbia?

In West Columbia, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
West Columbia, WV

Average temperature in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Columbia, WV

Average pressure in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
West Columbia, WV

Average wind speed in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Columbia, WV

Average humidity in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Columbia, WV

Average rainfall in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Columbia, WV

Average rainfall days in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Columbia, WV

Average snowfall in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Columbia, WV

Average snowfall days in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
West Columbia, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Columbia, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Columbia, WV

Average sunshine days in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Columbia, WV

Average UV index in January - West Columbia, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
West Columbia, WV

Average cloud cover in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
West Columbia, WV

Average visibility in January - West Columbia, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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