January weather forecast
Islip, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Islip, New York, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Islip is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Islip. In Islip, New York, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).
Note: Immersing oneself in 42.3°F (5.7°C) at sub14°F (-10°C) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In Islip, New York, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Islip is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Islip are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Islip?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 30°F (-1.1°C), is recognized as the coldest in Islip.

How cold is January in Islip?

January temperatures in Islip, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Islip?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month in Islip?

The month with the least rainfall in Islip, New York, is January, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Islip in January?

In Islip, during January, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Islip in January?

In January, in Islip, New York, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Islip?

In Islip, New York, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.3°F (5.7°C). Swimming in 42.3°F (5.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Islip?

In January, the average day length in Islip is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Islip?

On the first day of January in Islip, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Islip?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Islip?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Islip?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Islip, NY

Average temperature in January - Islip, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in January
Islip, NY

Average pressure in January - Islip, 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
Islip, NY

Average wind speed in January - Islip, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Islip, NY

Average humidity in January - Islip, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Islip, NY

Average rainfall in January - Islip, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in January
Islip, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Islip, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Islip, NY

Average snowfall in January - Islip, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Islip, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Islip, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Islip, NY

Average sea temperature in January - Islip, NY
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.7°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Islip, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Islip, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Islip, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Islip, NY

Average UV index in January - Islip, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Islip, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Islip, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Islip, NY

Average visibility in January - Islip, 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).

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