January weather forecast
Plains, PA

Share

Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Plains, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and max 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

Plains, Pennsylvania, experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a minimum of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Plains is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 24.53" (623mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Plains, Pennsylvania. In January, in Plains, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plains, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.92" (506mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, in Plains, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Plains are January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Plains?

In Plains, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is it in Plains in January?

During January, Plains experiences an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Plains?

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

How much does it rain in Plains in January?

In Plains, Pennsylvania, in January, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Plains?

In January, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout January, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Plains, the average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Plains?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Plains?

The months with the least sunshine in Plains, Pennsylvania, are January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Plains?

The average sunshine duration in January in Plains is 3.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Plains is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Plains, PA

Average temperature in January - Plains, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in January
Plains, PA

Average pressure in January - Plains, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in January
Plains, PA

Average wind speed in January - Plains, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in January
Plains, PA

Average humidity in January - Plains, PA
  • 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 (78%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in January
Plains, PA

Average rainfall in January - Plains, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in January
Plains, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in January
Plains, PA

Average snowfall in January - Plains, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in January
Plains, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Plains, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Plains, PA
  • 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in January
Plains, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Plains, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in January
Plains, PA

Average UV index in January - Plains, PA
  • 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in January
Plains, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Plains, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

[Resources]

Average visibility in January
Plains, PA

Average visibility in January - Plains, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

[Resources]

Plains, Pennsylvania, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location