January weather forecast
Houghton, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Houghton, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

In Houghton, New York, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Houghton, in January, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Houghton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Houghton, New York, during January, snow falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.52" (191mm) of snow. In Houghton, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 46.38" (1178mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Houghton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Houghton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Houghton?

The lowest temperatures in Houghton are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is it in Houghton in January?

January temperatures in Houghton vary between a high-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Houghton?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Houghton.

What is the average humidity in January in Houghton?

In Houghton, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in Houghton in January?

In Houghton, New York, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Houghton in January?

In Houghton, in January, snow falls for 19.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in January?

In January, the average day length in Houghton, New York, is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Houghton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Houghton, New York, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Houghton?

The months with the least sunshine in Houghton, New York, are January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Houghton?

In Houghton, New York, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Houghton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Houghton?

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

Average temperature in January - Houghton, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Houghton, NY

Average pressure in January - Houghton, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"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).

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Average wind speed in January
Houghton, NY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Houghton, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall in January - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Houghton, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Houghton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Houghton, NY

Average snowfall in January - Houghton, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Houghton, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Houghton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 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
Houghton, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Houghton, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Houghton, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Houghton, NY

Average UV index in January - Houghton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Houghton, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Houghton, 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 39).

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Average visibility in January
Houghton, NY

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

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

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