January weather forecast
Ellicottville, NY

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Weather in January

January usually ushers in the peak of winter in Ellicottville, New York. This month is characterized by cold temperatures and frequent snowfall. With the average high temperature barely reaching 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and snowfall reaching up to 8.11" (206mm). The heavy frost and short daylight hours paint a typical wintry picture. The snow-laden landscapes make it a great time for winter sports, especially skiing and snowmobiling.

Temperature

Ellicottville witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Ellicottville, in January, during 7.4 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and a minimum temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is January in Ellicottville?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ellicottville, is 27.7°F (-2.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, in Ellicottville, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Ellicottville, during January, snow falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ellicottville?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average temperature in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average pressure in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"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
Ellicottville, NY

Average wind speed in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average humidity in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

Average rainfall in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average rainfall in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average snowfall in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average UV index in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Ellicottville, NY

Average visibility in January - Ellicottville, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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