January weather forecast
Colonie, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Colonie, New York, with an average temperature varying between 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

In Colonie, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In Colonie, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Colonie, New York, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Colonie, in January, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.64" (194mm) of snow. In Colonie, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.3 days and aggregates up to 29.72" (755mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, known for its average high temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Colonie, is 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Colonie, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Colonie, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Colonie, in January, during 13.3 snowfall days, 7.64" (194mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and 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 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colonie have in January?

In Colonie, 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Colonie, NY

Average temperature in January - Colonie, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Colonie, NY

Average pressure in January - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

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

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

Average humidity in January
Colonie, NY

Average humidity in January - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

Average rainfall in January - Colonie, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Colonie, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Colonie, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Colonie, NY

Average snowfall in January - Colonie, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Colonie, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Colonie, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Colonie, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Colonie, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Colonie, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Colonie, NY

Average UV index in January - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Colonie, 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
Colonie, NY

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

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

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