January weather forecast
Metuchen, NJ

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Metuchen, New Jersey, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

Metuchen experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a minimum of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Metuchen, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Metuchen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Metuchen, in January, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Metuchen, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.6 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day 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 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 36.7°F (2.6°C) and as low as 25°F (-3.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Metuchen, records 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Metuchen, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Metuchen, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Metuchen, in January, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 Metuchen have in January?

In Metuchen, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average temperature in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average pressure in January - Metuchen, 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Metuchen, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Metuchen, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Metuchen, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average UV index in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Metuchen, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Metuchen, NJ

Average visibility in January - Metuchen, 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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