January weather forecast
Scranton, PA

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These houses are set in a hilly spot and circled by trees full of the beauty of the fall foliage on a typical day in the Scranton region of Pennsylvania
These houses are set in a hilly spot and circled by trees full of the beauty of the fall foliage on a typical day in the Scranton region of Pennsylvania

Weather in January

Scranton, Pennsylvania starts the year under a blanket of snow, as the city experiences regular snowfall in January. With noticeably lower temperatures than December from 29.8°F (-1.2°C) to 18°F (-7.8°C), winter jackets are essential. The skies over Scranton remain mostly cloudy, while a prominent feature being the 4.65" (118mm) of snowfall spread across roughly 10 days. Alongside the cold temperature, wind speeds average around 8.4mph (13.5km/h), contributing to the overall chilly weather. January hence embodies the true essence of winter in Scranton.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows of 18°F (-7.8°C), January is the coldest month in Scranton.

Humidity

In Scranton, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and September Rain falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Scranton, in January, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow. In Scranton, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January in Scranton, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Scranton, the average sunshine in January is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Scranton?

January is Scranton's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is January in Scranton?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Scranton?

The average relative humidity in January in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

What is the driest month in Scranton?

January and September are months with the least rain in Scranton when the rain falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Scranton in January?

In Scranton, Pennsylvania, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scranton in January?

In Scranton, Pennsylvania, in January, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Scranton?

On the first day of January in Scranton, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Scranton?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Scranton?

In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Scranton, PA

Average temperature in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°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 (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in January
Scranton, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Scranton, PA

Average wind speed in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Scranton, PA

Average humidity in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Scranton, PA

Average rainfall in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in January
Scranton, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Scranton, PA

Average snowfall in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Scranton, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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
Scranton, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scranton, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Scranton, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in January
Scranton, PA

Average UV index in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Scranton, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Scranton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Scranton, PA

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

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

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