January weather forecast
Highlands, NJ

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Highlands, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In Highlands, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Highlands, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Highlands, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 42.4°F (5.8°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

In Highlands, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January in Highlands, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Highlands is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Highlands?

In Highlands, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

How cold is January in Highlands?

In Highlands, in January, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Highlands?

In January, the average relative humidity in Highlands, New Jersey, is 74%.

What is the driest month in Highlands?

The month with the least rainfall in Highlands, New Jersey, is January, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Highlands?

In Highlands, New Jersey, during January, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Highlands in January?

In January, in Highlands, New Jersey, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Highlands?

In Highlands, New Jersey, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.4°F (5.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Highlands?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highlands, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Highlands?

In Highlands, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highlands?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Highlands?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Highlands, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Highlands, NJ

Average temperature in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Highlands, NJ

Average pressure in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Highlands, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Highlands, NJ

Average humidity in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in January
Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Highlands, NJ

Average sea temperature in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Highlands, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Highlands, NJ
  • 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Highlands, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

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Average UV index in January
Highlands, NJ

Average UV index in January - Highlands, NJ
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Highlands, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Highlands, NJ

Average visibility in January - Highlands, NJ
  • 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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