January weather forecastPlattsburgh, NY
January
Weather in January
January in Plattsburgh, New York, USA is defined by cold weather and moderate precipitation. Snowfall is frequent, making it an ideal month for winter sports enthusiasts. Beneath the wintry veneer, overall air pressure, pegged at 30.02" (763mm) average, remains steady. The daylight hours are brief, with the sun setting early and the moon dominating the sky. As spring approaches, the weather will undergo significant changes.Temperature
In Plattsburgh, New York, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 24.8°F (-4°C) and a low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In Plattsburgh, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Plattsburgh, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plattsburgh, in January, snow falls for 19.3 days, with typically accumulated 8.03" (204mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.2 snowfall days, and 37.13" (943mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Plattsburgh is 9h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 3.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average high temperature in January: 24.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 12.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average wind speed in January: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average humidity in January: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall in January: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average snowfall in January: 8.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average snowfall days in January: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Plattsburgh, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average cloud cover in January: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Plattsburgh, NY
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
