January weather forecast
Olean, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Olean, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low of 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months in Olean.

Rainfall

In Olean, New York, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Olean, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Olean, in January, snow falls for 20.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.15" (207mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 92.6 snowfall days, and 43.58" (1107mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Olean, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, in Olean, New York, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Olean are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January leads to these advisories:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Olean?

Olean, New York, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is January in Olean?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Olean during January are 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Olean?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Olean, New York.

What is the average humidity in January in Olean?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January in Olean?

In Olean, New York, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Olean in January?

In Olean, New York, in January, snow falls for 20.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Olean have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Olean?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Olean?

The month with the least sunshine in Olean, New York, is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Olean have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Olean?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Olean, New York, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Olean, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Olean, NY

Average pressure in January - Olean, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Olean, NY

Average wind speed in January - Olean, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Olean, NY

Average humidity in January - Olean, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in January
Olean, NY

Average rainfall in January - Olean, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Olean, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Olean, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Olean, NY

Average snowfall in January - Olean, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Olean, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Olean, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 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
Olean, NY

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Olean, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Olean, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Olean, NY

Average UV index in January - Olean, 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
Olean, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Olean, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in January
Olean, NY

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

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

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