January weather forecast
Alexandria Bay, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Alexandria Bay, New York, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) at the peak and 14.5°F (-9.7°C) at the base.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alexandria Bay, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alexandria Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alexandria Bay, in January, during 18.5 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alexandria Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.8 days and aggregates up to 24.25" (616mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Alexandria Bay, the average seawater temperature in January is 37.9°F (3.3°C).
Note: For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January in Alexandria Bay, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Alexandria Bay, the average sunshine in January is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Alexandria Bay witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Alexandria Bay, in January, the average high-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

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 Alexandria Bay, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Alexandria Bay, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Alexandria Bay, during January, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In Alexandria Bay, in January, the average water temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Alexandria Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average temperature in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average pressure in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average wind speed in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average humidity in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average rainfall in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average snowfall in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average sea temperature in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average sea temperature in January: 37.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (35.9°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average UV index in January - Alexandria Bay, 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
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Alexandria Bay, NY

Average visibility in January - Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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