January weather forecast
Altamont Switch, IN

Share

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Altamont Switch, Indiana, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

Altamont Switch's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In Altamont Switch, Indiana, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Altamont Switch, during January, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.1 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Altamont Switch. The months with the most snowfall in Altamont Switch are January and February, with an average 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Altamont Switch, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Altamont Switch, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Altamont Switch?

In Altamont Switch, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January in Altamont Switch?

The high-temperature, in January, in Altamont Switch, is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Altamont Switch?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in Altamont Switch?

In Altamont Switch, Indiana, in January, during 7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Altamont Switch?

The months with the most snowfall in Altamont Switch are January and February, with an average 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Altamont Switch?

In Altamont Switch, Indiana, in January, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altamont Switch have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Altamont Switch?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Altamont Switch, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altamont Switch?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Altamont Switch?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Altamont Switch, Indiana, is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Altamont Switch?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Altamont Switch, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index value 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
Altamont Switch, IN

Average temperature in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average pressure in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average wind speed in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average humidity in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average rainfall in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average snowfall in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.44"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average UV index in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Altamont Switch, IN

Average visibility in January - Altamont Switch, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

Altamont Switch, Indiana, USA

Weather forecast for your location

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