January weather forecast
Atlanta, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Atlanta, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.8°F (-9°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Atlanta, New York, records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low of 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Atlanta are January through May, October through December. In Atlanta, in January, during 17.4 snowfall days, 5.12" (130mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 84.4 snowfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Atlanta is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Atlanta, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Atlanta are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Atlanta?

The coldest month in Atlanta, New York, is January, with an average high-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is January in Atlanta?

The high-temperature, in January, in Atlanta, records 27.5°F (-2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Atlanta?

In January, the average relative humidity in Atlanta is 86%.

What is the driest month in Atlanta?

The month with the least rainfall in Atlanta is January, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Atlanta?

In January, in Atlanta, New York, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Atlanta?

In Atlanta, during January, snow falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Atlanta have in January?

In January, the average day length in Atlanta, New York, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Atlanta?

On the first day of January in Atlanta, New York, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Atlanta?

The months with the least sunshine in Atlanta are January and February, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Atlanta?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Atlanta?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Atlanta, New York, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Atlanta, NY

Average temperature in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Atlanta, NY

Average pressure in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Atlanta, NY

Average wind speed in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Atlanta, NY

Average humidity in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Atlanta, NY

Average rainfall in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Atlanta, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Atlanta, NY

Average snowfall in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Atlanta, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Atlanta, 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: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Atlanta, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Atlanta, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Atlanta, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Atlanta, 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 40).

Average visibility in January
Atlanta, NY

Average visibility in January - Atlanta, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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