January weather forecast
Amsterdam, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Amsterdam, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Amsterdam sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Amsterdam is 83%.

Rainfall

In Amsterdam, during January, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Amsterdam is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Amsterdam, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and reaching a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Amsterdam, in January, during 4.7 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Amsterdam, the average day length in January is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Amsterdam?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Amsterdam?

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

Average temperature in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average pressure in January - Amsterdam, 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
Amsterdam, NY

Average wind speed in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average humidity in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average rainfall in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average snowfall in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Amsterdam, 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: 4h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Amsterdam, NY

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

Average cloud cover in January
Amsterdam, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Amsterdam, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Amsterdam, NY

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

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

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