January weather forecast
Basking Ridge, NJ

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.1°F (1.7°C) and min 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In Basking Ridge, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Basking Ridge, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. In Basking Ridge, in January, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Basking Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 10.83" (275mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Basking Ridge, New Jersey, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Basking Ridge, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 35.1°F (1.7°C) at the peak and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Basking Ridge, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Basking Ridge, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Basking Ridge, in January, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Basking Ridge?

In Basking Ridge, the average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Basking Ridge have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Basking Ridge?

January through March, 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 Basking Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average temperature in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average pressure in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average humidity in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average UV index in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Basking Ridge, NJ

Average visibility in January - Basking Ridge, NJ
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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