January weather forecast
Waterford, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Waterford, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) at the peak and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) at the base.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Waterford, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Waterford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Waterford. In Waterford, during January, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Waterford, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waterford, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Waterford, the average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Waterford are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Waterford?

Waterford's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and lows of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

How cold is January in Waterford?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Waterford?

In Waterford, New York, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Waterford?

In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Waterford?

In January, in Waterford, New York, it is snowing for 14.2 days. Throughout January, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Waterford?

In Waterford, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Waterford?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waterford, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Waterford?

In Waterford, New York, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Waterford?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Waterford?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Waterford, NY

Average temperature in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Waterford, NY

Average pressure in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"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).

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Average wind speed in January
Waterford, NY

Average wind speed in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Waterford, NY

Average humidity in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Waterford, NY

Average rainfall in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Waterford, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Waterford, NY

Average snowfall in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Waterford, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 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
Waterford, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Waterford, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Waterford, NY

Average UV index in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Waterford, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Waterford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Waterford, NY

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

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

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