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- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
New York experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In New York, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in New York, New York. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in New York. In New York, in January, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in New York, there are 19.2 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In New York, in January, the average water temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).Note: Swimming in 41.7°F (5.4°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the coldest in New York?
How cold is January in New York?
What is the average humidity in January in New York?
What is the driest month in New York?
How many days does it rain in January in New York?
How much does it snow in New York in January?
What is the water temperature in January in New York?
What is the average length of the day in January in New York?
When are sunrise and sunset in January in New York?
How many hours of sunshine does New York have in January?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in New York?
How high is the UV index in January in New York?
Average temperature in January
New York, NY
- Average high temperature in January: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in January
New York, NY
- Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
New York, NY
- Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in January
New York, NY
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in January
New York, NY
- Average rainfall in January: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").
Average rainfall days in January
New York, NY
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
New York, NY
- Average snowfall in January: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
New York, NY
- Average snowfall days in January: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
New York, NY
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New York, NY
- 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: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
New York, NY
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in January
New York, NY
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
New York, NY
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
New York, NY
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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