January weather forecast
Rensselaer Falls, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Rensselaer Falls, New York, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Rensselaer Falls, in January, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rensselaer Falls, there are 85.8 rainfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Rensselaer Falls, New York. In Rensselaer Falls, New York, in January, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Rensselaer Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rensselaer Falls, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of January, in Rensselaer Falls, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rensselaer Falls.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rensselaer Falls, New York. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Rensselaer Falls?

In Rensselaer Falls, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

How cold is it in Rensselaer Falls in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Rensselaer Falls?

The months with the highest humidity in Rensselaer Falls, New York, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in January in Rensselaer Falls?

In Rensselaer Falls, the average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How much does it rain in Rensselaer Falls in January?

In Rensselaer Falls, in January, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Rensselaer Falls?

In Rensselaer Falls, New York, during January, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Rensselaer Falls?

In January, the average day length in Rensselaer Falls, New York, is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Rensselaer Falls?

On the first day of January in Rensselaer Falls, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rensselaer Falls?

January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rensselaer Falls.

How many hours of sunshine does Rensselaer Falls have in January?

In Rensselaer Falls, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rensselaer Falls?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rensselaer Falls, New York.

What is the UV index reading in January in Rensselaer Falls?

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

Average temperature in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average pressure in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"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).

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Average wind speed in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average wind speed in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average humidity in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average rainfall in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average snowfall in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average UV index in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Rensselaer Falls, NY

Average visibility in January - Rensselaer Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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