January weather forecast
West Reading, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

January stands out as West Reading's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In West Reading, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Reading, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.1 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in West Reading, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Reading, the average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 35.1°F (1.7°C) and as low as 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In West Reading, during January, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Reading have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in January
West Reading, PA

Average pressure in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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
West Reading, PA

Average wind speed in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
West Reading, PA

Average humidity in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall days in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall days in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Reading, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Reading, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Reading, PA

Average sunshine days in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
West Reading, PA

Average UV index in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
West Reading, PA

Average cloud cover in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
West Reading, PA

Average visibility in January - West Reading, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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