January weather forecast
Cambridge, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Cambridge, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cambridge, New York, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cambridge are January through May, October through December. In Cambridge, in January, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 9.06" (230mm) of snow. In Cambridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.9 days and aggregates up to 37.01" (940mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Cambridge, New York, is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, in Cambridge, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Cambridge is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cambridge. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Cambridge?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and a low of 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is it in Cambridge in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cambridge are 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Cambridge?

In January, the average relative humidity in Cambridge, New York, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Cambridge?

In January, in Cambridge, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cambridge in January?

In Cambridge, New York, in January, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cambridge?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cambridge?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Cambridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Cambridge is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cambridge, NY

Average temperature in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Cambridge, NY

Average pressure in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cambridge, NY

Average wind speed in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Cambridge, NY

Average humidity in January - Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, NY

Average rainfall in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June, July and October (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in January
Cambridge, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cambridge, NY

Average snowfall in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cambridge, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cambridge, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cambridge, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Cambridge, NY

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

Average cloud cover in January
Cambridge, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Cambridge, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Cambridge, NY

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

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

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