January weather forecast
Amherst, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Amherst, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a minimum temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, New York, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Amherst, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Amherst, New York, are January through May, October through December. In Amherst, during January, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.2 days and aggregates up to 30.94" (786mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Amherst is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Amherst. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Amherst?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Amherst, with averages ranging from a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) to a low of 19.4°F (-7°C).

How cold is it in Amherst in January?

In Amherst, 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.4°F (-7°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the most humid month in Amherst?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Amherst, New York.

What is the average humidity in January in Amherst?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January in Amherst?

In Amherst, New York, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Amherst?

In January, in Amherst, New York, it is snowing for 19 days. Throughout January, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in January?

In Amherst, the average day length in January is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Amherst?

On the first day of January in Amherst, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Amherst?

The month with the least sunshine in Amherst, New York, is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Amherst?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Amherst?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Amherst is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Amherst, NY

Average temperature in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Amherst, NY

Average pressure in January - Amherst, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Amherst, NY

Average wind speed in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Amherst, NY

Average humidity in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Amherst, NY

Average rainfall in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Amherst, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Amherst, NY

Average snowfall in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.13"

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
Amherst, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Amherst, 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
Amherst, NY

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

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
Amherst, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Amherst, NY

Average UV index in January - Amherst, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Amherst, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Amherst, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Amherst, NY

Average visibility in January - Amherst, 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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