January weather forecast
Canton, OH

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A part of the large city of Canton in Ohio
A part of the large city of Canton in Ohio

Weather in January

Canton, Ohio, welcomes the year with a chilly embrace as January is the coldest month. Largely overshadowed by clouds, the sunlight struggles to pierce the overhead cover, marking the start of the year with reduced visibility. The city braces itself for snowfall, with the days often peppered by flakes. Despite the humidity levels peaking, the lowest temperature plummets to 19°F (-7.2°C) and highest reaching 31.6°F (-0.2°C), making it an appealing season for winter sports enthusiasts. Outdoor activities may be constrained by the gusty wind speed.

Temperature

In Canton, Ohio, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Canton is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Canton?

January, having an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Canton?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Canton?

In Canton, Ohio, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in Canton in January?

In Canton, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Canton?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Canton. Snow falls for 16.9 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Canton?

In January, in Canton, it is snowing for 16.9 days. Throughout January, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Canton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Canton, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Canton?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Canton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Canton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Canton, OH

Average temperature in January - Canton, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in January
Canton, OH

Average pressure in January - Canton, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Canton, OH

Average wind speed in January - Canton, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Canton, OH

Average humidity in January - Canton, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Canton, OH

Average rainfall in January - Canton, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in January
Canton, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Canton, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Canton, OH

Average snowfall in January - Canton, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Canton, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Canton, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 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
Canton, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Canton, OH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Canton, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Canton, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Canton, OH

Average UV index in January - Canton, OH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Canton, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Canton, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Canton, OH

Average visibility in January - Canton, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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