January weather forecastFreeport, NY

January

Weather in January

January brings the requisite chill to Freeport, New York, with temperatures dropping considerably from the highs of December. The city dances to the rhythm of winter, in this coldest month of the year. Snowfall, while moderate, imbues January with a certain kind of charm. It’s a stark contrast to February's weather, where temperatures may marginally rise. In terms of records, the highest temperature varies between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C), which wraps the city in cold.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C), is Freeport's coldest month.

Humidity

In Freeport, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Freeport, during January, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Freeport, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.3 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Freeport is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January 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 mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January, having an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C), is the coldest month.

The average high-temperature, in January, in Freeport, is 37.8°F (3.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

January is the month with the least rainfall in Freeport. Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

In Freeport, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Freeport, New York, in January, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

The average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

On the first day of January in Freeport, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

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

In Freeport, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"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
Freeport, NY

  • Average wind speed in January: 13.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Freeport, NY

  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Freeport, NY

  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Freeport, NY

  • 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).