January weather forecastLeicester, NY

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Leicester, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Leicester, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108.9 rainfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Leicester, in January, during 12.9 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 17.6°F (-8°C), is recognized as the coldest.

The high-temperature during January is 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and the low-temperature is 17.6°F (-8°C).

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In Leicester, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

In Leicester, New York, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

January and February, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

In Leicester, New York, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"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).

Average wind speed in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min

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: 2h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (14 days).

Average UV index in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Leicester, NY

  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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