January weather forecast
Paterson, NJ

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Weather in January

Kicking off the year, January in Paterson, New Jersey, showcases a chilly climate, considering the winter season. As the first month, it's noticeably colder compared to the transitioning weather of December. Frosty days can be expected, proving to be a sharp contrast against the generally moderate climate experienced in the latter quarters of the year. Daily sunlight hours are at a low, providing just a limited window for outdoor activities. Documented extremes include a high temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C), but it can plummet to low degrees of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), while the icing on the cake is the month's snowfall of 1.93" (49mm).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Paterson, during January, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Paterson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. In Paterson, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.9 days and aggregates up to 10.04" (255mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Paterson is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 35.2°F (1.8°C) at the peak and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Paterson?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Paterson, is 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Paterson, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Paterson, in January, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paterson have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Paterson?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Paterson, NJ

Average temperature in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Paterson, NJ

Average pressure in January - Paterson, 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
Paterson, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Paterson, NJ

Average humidity in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Paterson, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Paterson, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Paterson, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Paterson, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7 days

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

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Paterson, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Paterson, NJ

Average UV index in January - Paterson, 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
Paterson, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Paterson, NJ

Average visibility in January - Paterson, NJ
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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