January weather forecast
Altamont, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Altamont, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature 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 Altamont is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Altamont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 32.44" (824mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Altamont is January, when snow falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Altamont is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Altamont is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Altamont?

With average high and low temperatures of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) respectively, January is Altamont's coldest month.

How cold is January in Altamont?

The high-temperature, in January, in Altamont, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Altamont?

The average relative humidity in January in Altamont, New York, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Altamont in January?

In January, in Altamont, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Altamont?

The month with the most snowfall in Altamont, New York, is January, when snow falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Altamont in January?

In Altamont, New York, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altamont have in January?

In Altamont, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Altamont?

On the first day of January in Altamont, New York, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Altamont?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Altamont?

In Altamont, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Altamont, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°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
Altamont, NY

Average pressure in January - Altamont, 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
Altamont, NY

Average wind speed in January - Altamont, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Altamont, NY

Average humidity in January - Altamont, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Altamont, NY

Average rainfall in January - Altamont, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Altamont, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Altamont, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Altamont, NY

Average snowfall in January - Altamont, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Altamont, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Altamont, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Altamont, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Altamont, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Altamont, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Altamont, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Altamont, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Altamont, 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 33).

Average visibility in January
Altamont, NY

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

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

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