January weather forecast
Madison, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Madison, New York, with an average temperature varying between 15.8°F (-9°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 27°F (-2.8°C) and as low as 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Madison, in January, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Madison, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 19.2 days. Throughout January, 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.2 days and aggregates up to 50.98" (1295mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Madison is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of January, in Madison, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Madison, the average sunshine in January is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Madison, New York, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Madison?

January tends to be the coldest month in Madison, New York, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is January in Madison?

During January, Madison experiences an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Madison?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in Madison in January?

In Madison, in January, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Madison in January?

In Madison, during January, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in Madison is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Madison?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, New York, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Madison?

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Madison, NY

Average temperature in January - Madison, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Madison, NY

Average pressure in January - Madison, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Madison, NY

Average wind speed in January - Madison, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Madison, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
Madison, NY

Average rainfall in January - Madison, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in January
Madison, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Madison, NY

Average snowfall in January - Madison, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Madison, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Madison, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.2 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
Madison, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Madison, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Madison, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Madison, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Madison, NY

Average UV index in January - Madison, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Madison, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Madison, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Madison, NY

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

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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