January weather forecast
Cranford, NJ

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Weather in January

In Cranford, New Jersey, weather in January kicks off the year with a cozy, winter ambiance. The temperature this month mirrors those of December, maintaining the cold season's chill. Stepping outside might require multiple layers to fend off temperatures ranging from 24.6°F (-4.1°C) to 36°F (2.2°C). Snowfall, while not substantial at 0.35" (9mm), is probable and complements the frosty weather. Reflecting the city's winter landscape, this month competes with February to bear the coldest temperatures of the year.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In Cranford, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cranford, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.7 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January stands out as Cranford's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Cranford, the average high-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cranford, in January, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cranford, in January, during 4.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cranford have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cranford have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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
Cranford, NJ

Average temperature in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Cranford, NJ

Average pressure in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"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
Cranford, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Cranford, NJ

Average humidity in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Cranford, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Cranford, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cranford, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cranford, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cranford, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cranford, 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 1min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cranford, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Cranford, NJ

Average UV index in January - Cranford, 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
Cranford, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Cranford, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Cranford, NJ

Average visibility in January - Cranford, NJ
  • 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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