January weather forecast
Albany, NY

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The grand State Capitol building in Albany, New York, USA, with a mirrored reflection in the waterfront

Weather in January

January marks the beginning of the year with biting temperatures. The frigid Albany winter finds its peak, bringing a substantial amount of snowfall at 6.57" (167mm). The sunlight is sparse, making the days seem shorter. While there is a noticeable amount of cloud cover, visibility remains reasonably clear. The wind chills only serve to underline the overall cold atmosphere.

Temperature

Albany, New York, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Albany is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Albany are January through May, October through December. In Albany, in January, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.57" (167mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Albany is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Albany. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Albany?

January, known for its average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), is the coldest month in Albany, New York.

How cold is it in Albany in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Albany, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Albany?

In Albany, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Albany?

In Albany, New York, in January, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Albany?

In January, in Albany, it is snowing for 14.2 days. Throughout January, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Albany have in January?

The average day length in January in Albany is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Albany?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Albany have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Albany, New York, is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Albany?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Albany, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Albany?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Albany, NY

Average temperature in January - Albany, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Albany, NY

Average pressure in January - Albany, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Albany, NY

Average wind speed in January - Albany, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Albany, NY

Average humidity in January - Albany, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Albany, NY

Average rainfall in January - Albany, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Albany, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Albany, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Albany, NY

Average snowfall in January - Albany, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Albany, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Albany, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Albany, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Albany, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Albany, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Albany, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Albany, NY

Average UV index in January - Albany, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Albany, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Albany, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Albany, NY

Average visibility in January - Albany, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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