January weather forecastSterling, NY
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Sterling, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and min 20.7°F (-6.3°C).Temperature
January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) to a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).Humidity
In Sterling, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.Rainfall
In Sterling, in January, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 18 days. Throughout January, 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.7 snowfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 25min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sterling, New York.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Sterling, NY
- Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 20.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Sterling, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Sterling, NY
- Average wind speed in January: 12.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Sterling, NY
- Average humidity in January: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Sterling, NY
- Average rainfall in January: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.82").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.32").
Average rainfall days in January
Sterling, NY
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Sterling, NY
- Average snowfall in January: 5.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Sterling, NY
- Average snowfall days in January: 18 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sterling, NY
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
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 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Sterling, NY
- Average sunshine days in January: 6.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Sterling, NY
- Average UV index in January: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Sterling, NY
- Average cloud cover in January: 75
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in January
Sterling, NY
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).





