January weather forecastWhetstone, WV

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Whetstone, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

In Whetstone, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Whetstone, in January, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whetstone, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Whetstone is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Whetstone.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Whetstone are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January, with its high-temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C), is the coldest month in Whetstone.

In Whetstone, 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

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

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

In Whetstone, in January, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall in Whetstone is January, when snow falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

In January, in Whetstone, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout January, 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated.

In January, the average day length in Whetstone is 9h and 50min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January in Whetstone is 3.8h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Whetstone is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average high temperature in January: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average rainfall in January: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average snowfall in January: 8.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Whetstone, WV

  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Whetstone, 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).