January weather forecast
Salem, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Salem, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

Salem's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) to a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In Salem, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In Salem, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Salem, in January, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 9.25" (235mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.7 snowfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of January in Salem, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.1h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Salem?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C), is generally the coldest month in Salem, New York.

How cold is January in Salem?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Salem are 27°F (-2.8°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Salem?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Salem?

In Salem, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Salem?

In Salem, in January, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Salem?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salem, New York, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Salem?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Salem, New York, is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Salem?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Salem, NY

Average temperature in January - Salem, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°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 (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.1°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 (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Salem, NY

Average pressure in January - Salem, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Salem, NY

Average wind speed in January - Salem, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Salem, NY

Average humidity in January - Salem, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Salem, NY

Average rainfall in January - Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in January
Salem, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Salem, NY

Average snowfall in January - Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Salem, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Salem, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Salem, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Salem, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Salem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Salem, NY

Average UV index in January - Salem, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Salem, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Salem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Salem, NY

Average visibility in January - Salem, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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