January weather forecast
Ridgefield, NJ

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Ridgefield, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

January is Ridgefield's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and lows of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ridgefield, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridgefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.4 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ridgefield, in January, during 3.8 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is Ridgefield's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and lows of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

How cold is January in Ridgefield?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Ridgefield is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Ridgefield, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgefield have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgefield have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ridgefield?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Ridgefield, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average temperature in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average pressure in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Ridgefield, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.43"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
Ridgefield, NJ

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

Average sunshine days in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Ridgefield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Ridgefield, NJ

Average UV index in January - Ridgefield, 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
Ridgefield, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Ridgefield, 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
Ridgefield, NJ

Average visibility in January - Ridgefield, 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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