January weather forecast
Middletown, NJ

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Weather in January

Middletown has a cold start to the year in January. While the temperature does not reach extremes, the minimal sunlight, at an average of 9.7 hours per day, and the high relative humidity of 74% make the weather feel colder than it is. There are visible snowflakes with a possibility of around 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated snow across the month. The city experiences an average rainfall of 0.63" (16mm) across six days, adding to the chilly, damp conditions. Despite these conditions, Middletown's everyday life continues with residents adapting to the colder temperatures.

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a minimum average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In Middletown, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Middletown, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 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 5.2h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Middletown's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Middletown in January?

In Middletown, in January, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Middletown, in January, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Middletown have in January?

In Middletown, the average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Middletown, 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 low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Middletown, NJ

Average temperature in January - Middletown, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Middletown, NJ

Average pressure in January - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Middletown, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Middletown, NJ

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Middletown, NJ

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in January
Middletown, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Middletown, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Middletown, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Middletown, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.47"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Middletown, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Middletown, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Middletown, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Middletown, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Middletown, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Middletown, NJ

Average UV index in January - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NJ

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

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

Average visibility in January
Middletown, NJ

Average visibility in January - Middletown, 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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