January weather forecast
Berkshire, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Berkshire, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.8°F (-9°C) and an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low of 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Berkshire. In Berkshire, during January, snow falls for 21.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow. In Berkshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.8 days and aggregates up to 48.82" (1240mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Berkshire, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Berkshire is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in January leads to these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Berkshire?

Berkshire reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at the peak and 15.8°F (-9°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January in Berkshire?

In January, in Berkshire, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Berkshire?

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

What is the driest month in Berkshire?

January and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Berkshire?

In Berkshire, New York, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Berkshire in January?

In Berkshire, New York, during January, snow falls for 21.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Berkshire?

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Berkshire?

On the first day of January in Berkshire, New York, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Berkshire have in January?

In Berkshire, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Berkshire?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Berkshire?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Berkshire is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Berkshire, NY

Average temperature in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°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
Berkshire, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Berkshire, NY

Average wind speed in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Berkshire, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in January
Berkshire, NY

Average rainfall in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in January
Berkshire, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Berkshire, NY

Average snowfall in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Berkshire, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Berkshire, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Berkshire, NY

Average UV index in January - Berkshire, 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
Berkshire, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Berkshire, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Berkshire, NY

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

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

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