January weather forecast
Trenton, NJ

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A full aerial view of Trenton, New Jersey, with the George Washington statue
A full aerial view of Trenton, New Jersey, with the George Washington statue

Weather in January

January marks the start of a new year and brings with it cold temperatures in Trenton, New Jersey. The month holds the lowest average high and low temperatures, hitting 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively. Snow is not a stranger in this part of the country, with an average of 1.69in falling over 4.8 days. The city experiences a relatively dry start to the year with below-average rainfall. Despite the winter chill, the city bustles with indoor activities, wisely utilizing the 9.7 hours of daylight.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C), is the coldest month in Trenton, New Jersey.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Trenton, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:15 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January proves to be the coldest month in Trenton, recording an average maximum temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Trenton. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Trenton, in January, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Trenton have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Trenton?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Trenton is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Trenton, NJ

Average temperature in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Trenton, NJ

Average pressure in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"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
Trenton, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Trenton, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Trenton, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Trenton, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Trenton, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Trenton, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Trenton, 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 24min).

  • 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
Trenton, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Trenton, NJ

Average UV index in January - Trenton, 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
Trenton, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Trenton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Trenton, NJ

Average visibility in January - Trenton, 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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