January weather forecast
Binghamton, NY

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Weather in January

January marks the onset of winter in Binghamton, New York, with cold and often frosty conditions. Experiencing the lowest temperatures of the year, with readings ranging from 16.9°F (-8.4°C) to 28.4°F (-2°C), January is no time to forget winter attire. Interspersed with a moderate UV index and extensive cloud coverage, conditions are typically icy and bleak. The proliferation of snowfall contributes to the vision of a gray, frozen landscape, making January a prime month for snow-related activities. In spite of the challenging conditions, the city reveals its enchanting side under the blanket of snow and frost.

Temperature

Binghamton's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Binghamton is 85%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Binghamton are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout January, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.5 snowfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Binghamton, the average sunshine in January is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month when Binghamton experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Binghamton, 28.4°F (-2°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Binghamton is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically collects 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Binghamton, in January, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Binghamton in January?

In Binghamton, in January, snow falls for 16.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Binghamton, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.9°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Binghamton, NY

Average pressure in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"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
Binghamton, NY

Average wind speed in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Binghamton, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Binghamton, NY

Average rainfall in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Binghamton, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Binghamton, NY

Average snowfall in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.17"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Binghamton, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Binghamton, 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 12min).

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Binghamton, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Binghamton, NY

Average UV index in January - Binghamton, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Binghamton, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Binghamton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Binghamton, NY

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

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

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