January weather forecast
Kingston, NY

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Weather in January

Kingston, New York ushers in the New Year with winter's icy embrace. January is the coldest month, with the lowest recorded temperature plunging to 19°F (-7.2°C). Days are short and nights long, with the rare snowfall transforming the landscape into a picturesque winter wonderland. An overcast sky blankets the city for most of the month, enhancing the winter chill. Despite the cold, the city maintains an active outdoor scene, making it the perfect destination for those who enjoy winter sports.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kingston, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kingston, during January, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow. In Kingston, during the entire year, snow falls for 40 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kingston is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January in Kingston, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Kingston?

Kingston, New York, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

How cold is it in Kingston in January?

In January, in Kingston, the average high-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Kingston?

In Kingston, New York, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kingston?

In Kingston, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Kingston?

In January, in Kingston, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout January, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Kingston, New York, is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kingston?

On the first day of January in Kingston, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kingston?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Kingston, New York, is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Kingston?

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

Average temperature in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in January
Kingston, NY

Average pressure in January - Kingston, 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
Kingston, NY

Average wind speed in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Kingston, NY

Average humidity in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kingston, NY

Average rainfall in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in January
Kingston, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Kingston, NY

Average snowfall in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Kingston, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 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
Kingston, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kingston, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h 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: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kingston, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kingston, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Kingston, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Kingston, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Kingston, NY

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

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

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