January weather forecast
Highlands, NJ

Share

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Highlands, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Highlands, New Jersey, is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October and December. In January, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout January, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Highlands, in January, the average water temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 42.4°F (5.8°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Highlands, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Highlands?

Highlands's January weather reaches an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C), making it the coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Highlands, New Jersey, in January, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Highlands, in January, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In Highlands, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.4°F (5.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Highlands have in January?

In Highlands, New Jersey, the average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Highlands have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Highlands, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from 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
Highlands, NJ

Average temperature in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Highlands, NJ

Average pressure in January - Highlands, 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
Highlands, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Highlands, NJ

Average humidity in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Highlands, NJ

Average sea temperature in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Highlands, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Highlands, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Highlands, NJ

Average UV index in January - Highlands, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Highlands, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Highlands, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Highlands, NJ

Average visibility in January - Highlands, 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).

Highlands, New Jersey, USA

Weather forecast for your location

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