January weather forecast
Lancaster, PA

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The city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in a stunning early morning panorama
The city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in a stunning early morning panorama

Weather in January

January in Lancaster, Pennsylvania witnesses the coldest temperatures of the year. The cold snap continues from the previous month with temperatures dipping to a low of -4.9°C (23.2°F), with daylight lasting only for around 9.7 hours. Occasional snowfall may be anticipated as frozen precipitation is common during this period. With high relative humidity, the landscape often shimmers with morning frost on clear days. Winter conditions require comprehensive layering and insulation for outdoor activities.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 1.9°C (35.4°F) and a low of -4.9°C (23.2°F).

Humidity

In Lancaster, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 718mm (28.27") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Lancaster, in January, during 6.8 snowfall days, 80mm (3.15") of snow is typically accumulated. In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 291mm (11.46") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Lancaster's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 1.9°C (35.4°F) and a low of -4.9°C (23.2°F).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 1.9°C (35.4°F) and -4.9°C (23.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Lancaster is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Lancaster, during January, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Lancaster, in January, during 6.8 snowfall days, 80mm (3.15") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lancaster have in January?

In Lancaster, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lancaster, PA

Average temperature in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 1.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -4.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Lancaster, PA

Average pressure in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Lancaster, PA

Average wind speed in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Lancaster, PA

Average humidity in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Lancaster, PA

Average rainfall in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (85mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (48mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Lancaster, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lancaster, PA

Average snowfall in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 80mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (93mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Lancaster, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lancaster, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lancaster, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lancaster, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Lancaster, PA

Average UV index in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Lancaster, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Lancaster, PA

Average visibility in January - Lancaster, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (8km).

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