January weather forecast
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Oyster Bay Cove, New York, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37°F (2.8°C) and min 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 37°F (2.8°C) and a minimum average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In Oyster Bay Cove, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Oyster Bay Cove, in January, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Oyster Bay Cove, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.5 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: In 42.4°F (5.8°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Oyster Bay Cove is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Oyster Bay Cove, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Oyster Bay Cove, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Oyster Bay Cove?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Oyster Bay Cove, during January, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Oyster Bay Cove, in January, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Oyster Bay Cove, in January, the average water temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). Swimming in 42.4°F (5.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Oyster Bay Cove, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index 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
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average temperature in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average pressure in January - Oyster Bay Cove, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average wind speed in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average humidity in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average rainfall in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average snowfall in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average sea temperature in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average UV index in January - Oyster Bay Cove, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Oyster Bay Cove, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Average visibility in January - Oyster Bay Cove, 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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