January weather forecast
Scranton, KY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Scranton, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Scranton is 79%.

Rainfall

In Scranton, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Scranton, in January, during 10.2 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Scranton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of January, in Scranton, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Scranton, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold does it get in Scranton in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Scranton, during January, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Scranton?

The average day length in January is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Scranton, KY

Average pressure in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Scranton, KY

Average wind speed in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Scranton, KY

Average humidity in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Scranton, KY

Average rainfall in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Scranton, KY

Average rainfall days in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Scranton, KY

Average snowfall in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Scranton, KY

Average snowfall days in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scranton, KY
  • 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Scranton, KY

Average sunshine days in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Scranton, KY

Average UV index in January - Scranton, KY
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Scranton, KY

Average cloud cover in January - Scranton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

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

Average visibility in January
Scranton, KY

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

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

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