January weather forecast
Galway, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Galway, New York, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Galway, in January, during 6.6 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Galway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Galway. January is the month with the most snowfall in Galway, New York. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Galway is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January in Galway, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Galway, New York, is 4.2h.

UV index

In Galway, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Galway?

January, with an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Galway.

How cold is it in Galway in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Galway, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Galway?

In January, the average relative humidity in Galway is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Galway?

In January, in Galway, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Galway?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Galway, New York. Snow falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Galway?

In Galway, in January, during 11.4 snowfall days, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Galway have in January?

The average day length in January in Galway is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Galway?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Galway?

The average sunshine duration in January in Galway, New York, is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Galway?

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

Average temperature in January - Galway, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Galway, NY

Average pressure in January - Galway, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Galway, NY

Average wind speed in January - Galway, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Galway, NY

Average humidity in January - Galway, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Galway, NY

Average rainfall in January - Galway, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in January
Galway, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Galway, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Galway, NY

Average snowfall in January - Galway, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Galway, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Galway, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Galway, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Galway, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Galway, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Galway, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Galway, NY

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Galway, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Galway, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Galway, NY

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

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

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