January weather forecast
Bellefonte, DE

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Weather in January

January marks the start of the year with the coldest conditions in Bellefonte, Delaware. A thick winter coat is recommended due to frosty temperatures experienced throughout the month, with temperatures dipping to 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Between snowfall and, frequent cloud cover, it makes for picturesque winter landscapes. The short days, coupled with the long nights, create an ambiance perfect for indoor activities. The weather outside invites residents to cozy up indoors with a book as the crisp winter air fills the town of Bellefonte.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bellefonte, in January, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bellefonte, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bellefonte, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Bellefonte, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

How cold is January?

In Bellefonte, 37°F (2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Bellefonte, Delaware, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Bellefonte, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bellefonte, during January, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Bellefonte, the average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bellefonte?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bellefonte?

January, February, November 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average temperature in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average pressure in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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).

Average wind speed in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average wind speed in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average humidity in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average rainfall in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

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

Average snowfall in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average snowfall in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average UV index in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Bellefonte, DE

Average visibility in January - Bellefonte, DE
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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