January weather forecast
Watchung, NJ

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Watchung, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

January is Watchung's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 36°F (2.2°C) and lows of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In Watchung, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Watchung, New Jersey, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Watchung, in January, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Watchung, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Watchung, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Watchung are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Watchung?

January is the coldest month in Watchung, New Jersey, exhibiting average temperatures of 36°F (2.2°C) at the peak and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) at the base.

How cold is it in Watchung in January?

The high-temperature during January is 36°F (2.2°C) and the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Watchung?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in Watchung in January?

In Watchung, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Watchung in January?

In Watchung, New Jersey, in January, during 7.3 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Watchung is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Watchung?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Watchung have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Watchung is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Watchung?

In Watchung, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Watchung, NJ

Average temperature in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Watchung, NJ

Average pressure in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"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
Watchung, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Watchung, NJ

Average humidity in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Watchung, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in January
Watchung, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Watchung, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Watchung, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Watchung, 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Watchung, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Watchung, 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).

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Average UV index in January
Watchung, NJ

Average UV index in January - Watchung, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Watchung, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Watchung, NJ

Average visibility in January - Watchung, NJ
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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