January weather forecastElmira, NY
January
Weather in January
In Elmira, January is known for its snowy charm, painting a picturesque environment. Compared to December, the high temperature sees a slight dip, settling at 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low drops to 17.2°F (-8.2°C), marking this month as the coldest month of the year. The sight of retreating inhabitants and an increase in indoor activities are a sure signal of the chilly days. After the flurry-filled December, the snowfall in the city increases, recording 6.85" (174mm). From wrapping up in warming layers to enjoying hot beverages, people find ways to adapt to the coldest month.Temperature
The coldest time of the year in Elmira is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 83%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elmira, in January, snow falls for 17.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow. In Elmira, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.6 days and aggregates up to 34.61" (879mm) of snow.Daylight
In Elmira, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 3.2h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Elmira, NY
- Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.2°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 (17.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Elmira, NY
- 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).
Average wind speed in January
Elmira, NY
- Average wind speed in January: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Elmira, NY
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in January
Elmira, NY
- Average rainfall in January: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").
Average rainfall days in January
Elmira, NY
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Elmira, NY
- Average snowfall in January: 6.85"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Elmira, NY
- Average snowfall days in January: 17.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elmira, NY
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
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: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Elmira, NY
- Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Elmira, NY
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Elmira, NY
- Average cloud cover in January: 69
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in January
Elmira, NY
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
