January weather forecast
Hoboken, NJ

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Hoboken city buildings in New Jersey, beyond the Lackawanna Bridge, viewed from the River Hudson
Hoboken city buildings in New Jersey, beyond the Lackawanna Bridge, viewed from the River Hudson

Weather in January

The weather in January shows typical winter characteristics for the city of Hoboken, New Jersey. The temperatures are low, with an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Snowfall typically sees a light accumulation of 1.57" (40mm) during approximately six days in the month. January also is the month with the least daylight, only 9.7 hours per day. It also is a rainy month, which combined with low temperatures, can sometimes lead to icy conditions.

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Hoboken is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Hoboken. In January, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.2 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Hoboken, New Jersey, the average seawater temperature in January 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Hoboken, New Jersey, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Hoboken?

Hoboken's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is it in Hoboken in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hoboken during January are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Hoboken?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in Hoboken?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Hoboken. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Hoboken?

In Hoboken, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Hoboken?

In Hoboken, in January, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Hoboken?

In Hoboken, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.7°F (5.4°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.

How many hours of daylight does Hoboken have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Hoboken?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hoboken, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hoboken have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hoboken is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hoboken?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Hoboken?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Hoboken, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Hoboken, NJ

Average temperature in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average pressure in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average humidity in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average sea temperature in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hoboken, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hoboken, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average UV index in January - Hoboken, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Hoboken, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Hoboken, NJ
  • 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
Hoboken, NJ

Average visibility in January - Hoboken, 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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