January weather forecast
Alden, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Alden, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In January, in Alden, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alden, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 19 days. Throughout January, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alden, there are 78.6 snowfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Alden, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in January translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Alden?

In Alden, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 28.9°F (-1.7°C) at the peak and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in Alden in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Alden, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Alden?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Alden?

In January, the average relative humidity in Alden, New York, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Alden?

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alden in January?

In Alden, New York, during January, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alden have in January?

The average day length in January in Alden is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Alden?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alden, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alden?

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Alden, New York.

How many hours of sunshine does Alden have in January?

In Alden, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alden?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Alden.

How high is the UV index in January in Alden?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Alden, New York, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Alden, NY

Average temperature in January - Alden, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Alden, NY

Average pressure in January - Alden, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Alden, NY

Average wind speed in January - Alden, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Alden, NY

Average humidity in January - Alden, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Alden, NY

Average rainfall in January - Alden, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Alden, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Alden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alden, NY

Average snowfall in January - Alden, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Alden, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Alden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alden, 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: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alden, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Alden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Alden, NY

Average UV index in January - Alden, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Alden, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Alden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Alden, NY

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

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

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