January weather forecast
New Albany, IN

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Weather in January

The year in New Albany, Indiana commences amidst distinctly cold and slightly wet weather conditions. Compared to December, marginally higher temperatures can be observed, but it is still very chilly with the highest recorded temperature being 38.8°F (3.8°C) and the lowest at 25.9°F (-3.4°C). January also sees the ground often covered in a blanket of snow. There's reduced sunlight, leading to shorter days. As the month progresses, there is a very gradual rise in the atmospheric temperature, a trend that continues into February.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In New Albany, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and September Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Albany are January through April, November and December. In New Albany, in January, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25 snowfall days, and 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In New Albany, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and September Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In New Albany, Indiana, in January, during 9 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in New Albany, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does New Albany have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In New Albany, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in New Albany?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
New Albany, IN

Average temperature in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in January
New Albany, IN

Average pressure in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
New Albany, IN

Average wind speed in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
New Albany, IN

Average humidity in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
New Albany, IN

Average rainfall in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
New Albany, IN

Average rainfall days in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
New Albany, IN

Average snowfall in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
New Albany, IN

Average snowfall days in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Albany, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
New Albany, IN

Average sunshine days in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
New Albany, IN

Average UV index in January - New Albany, IN
  • 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
New Albany, IN

Average cloud cover in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
New Albany, IN

Average visibility in January - New Albany, IN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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