January weather forecast
Elma, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Elma, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Elma, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elma. In Elma, during January, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elma, there are 78.6 snowfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elma, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of January in Elma, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elma. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Elma?

Elma experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

How cold is it in Elma in January?

The high-temperature in Elma, New York, during January is 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and the low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Elma?

The months with the highest humidity in Elma are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Elma?

The average relative humidity in January in Elma is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Elma?

In January, in Elma, New York, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Elma?

In Elma, New York, during January, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elma have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Elma?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elma, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elma?

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Elma, New York.

How long on average sun shines in January in Elma?

The average sunshine duration in January in Elma, New York, is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elma?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Elma?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Elma is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Elma, NY

Average temperature in January - Elma, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Elma, NY

Average pressure in January - Elma, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Elma, NY

Average wind speed in January - Elma, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Elma, NY

Average humidity in January - Elma, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Elma, NY

Average rainfall in January - Elma, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in January
Elma, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Elma, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Elma, NY

Average snowfall in January - Elma, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Elma, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Elma, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 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
Elma, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Elma, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Elma, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Elma, NY

Average UV index in January - Elma, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Elma, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Elma, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Elma, NY

Average visibility in January - Elma, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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