January weather forecast
Scranton, AR

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Scranton, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Scranton's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Scranton, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, in Scranton, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C), is the coldest month.

What is the temperature in January?

In Scranton, in January, the average high-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Scranton, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Scranton, in January, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Scranton, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Scranton, AR

Average temperature in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Scranton, AR

Average pressure in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Scranton, AR

Average wind speed in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Scranton, AR

Average humidity in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Scranton, AR

Average rainfall in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Scranton, AR

Average rainfall days in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Scranton, AR

Average snowfall in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.79"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Scranton, AR

Average snowfall days in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Scranton, AR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Scranton, AR

Average sunshine days in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Scranton, AR

Average UV index in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Scranton, AR

Average cloud cover in January - Scranton, AR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Scranton, AR

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

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

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