January weather forecastThe Cape, NY

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in The Cape, New York, with an average temperature varying between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 30.6°F (-0.8°C) at the peak and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) at the low.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In The Cape, in January, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In The Cape, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.8 days and aggregates up to 14.25" (362mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In The Cape, the average sunshine in January is 4.6h.

UV index

In The Cape, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

An average high-temperature, in January, in The Cape, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

In The Cape, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

In The Cape, during January, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

In The Cape, in January, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

The average day length in January in The Cape is 9h and 34min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.4°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 (17.4°F).

Average pressure in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (77%).

Average rainfall in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
The Cape, NY

  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).