January weather forecast
West Hempstead, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in West Hempstead, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively, January is West Hempstead's coldest month.

Humidity

In West Hempstead, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In West Hempstead, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In West Hempstead, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout January, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Hempstead, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Hempstead, New York, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in West Hempstead?

West Hempstead's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

How cold does it get in West Hempstead in January?

In West Hempstead, 37.6°F (3.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in West Hempstead?

In West Hempstead, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in West Hempstead in January?

In West Hempstead, New York, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in West Hempstead?

In West Hempstead, in January, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Hempstead have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in West Hempstead?

On the first day of January in West Hempstead, New York, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Hempstead have in January?

In West Hempstead, New York, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Hempstead?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Hempstead, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in January in West Hempstead?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value 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
West Hempstead, NY

Average temperature in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average pressure in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"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).

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Average wind speed in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average wind speed in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average humidity in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average rainfall days in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average snowfall days in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average sunshine days in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average UV index in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average cloud cover in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
West Hempstead, NY

Average visibility in January - West Hempstead, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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