January weather forecast
Cohoes, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Cohoes, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Cohoes's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and lows of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cohoes, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 14.2 days. Throughout January, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cohoes, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 27.2" (691mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cohoes are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

How cold is January?

Cohoes in January has an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cohoes, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cohoes in January?

In Cohoes, New York, in January, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cohoes have in January?

In Cohoes, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cohoes have in January?

In Cohoes, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Cohoes, NY

Average temperature in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Cohoes, NY

Average pressure in January - Cohoes, 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
Cohoes, NY

Average wind speed in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Cohoes, NY

Average humidity in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Cohoes, NY

Average rainfall in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Cohoes, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cohoes, NY

Average snowfall in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cohoes, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cohoes, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cohoes, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Cohoes, NY

Average UV index in January - Cohoes, 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 January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Cohoes, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Cohoes, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Cohoes, NY

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

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

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