January weather forecastNewark, NJ
January
Weather in January
January in Newark, New Jersey, USA, greets residents with an atmosphere dominated by chilly temperatures and a decent amount of precipitation. An extended period of daylight, reaching up to 9.7 hours per day, allows for enough sunlight despite the wintry conditions. Nevertheless, with relative humidity averaging at 74% and moderate cloud coverage, a cold yet humid environment prevails. This is further complemented by snowfall averaging 1.73" (44mm), lending a characteristic wintery touch to the landscape. The air pressure stabilizes around 30.06 in, contributing to the month's crisp and frosty ambiance.Temperature
Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 36.3°F (2.4°C) and lows at 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Newark, in January, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Newark, during January, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Newark, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.9 days and aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Newark, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.7°F (5.4°C).Note: In 41.7°F (5.4°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Newark, NJ
- Average high temperature in January: 36.3°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 (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Newark, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Newark, NJ
- Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Newark, NJ
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Newark, NJ
- Average rainfall in January: 1.97"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in January
Newark, NJ
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Newark, NJ
- Average snowfall in January: 1.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Newark, NJ
- Average snowfall days in January: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Newark, 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
Newark, NJ
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 42min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Newark, NJ
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Newark, 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
Newark, NJ
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
Newark, 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).
