January weather forecast
Dunkirk, NY

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The Dunkirk Lighthouse, New York, standing alone in this vast field amid trees, with the light at the top, overlooking the dark Lake Eerie
The Dunkirk Lighthouse, New York, standing alone in this vast field amid trees, with the light at the top, overlooking the dark Lake Eerie

Weather in January

January in Dunkirk, New York, foretells of a cold and snowy start to the year. This month accounts for the highest snowfall, with 4.33" (110mm) coating the landscape, as well as boasting the strongest maximum wind speeds at 15.3mph (24.6km/h). It becomes challenging to navigate without the appropriate gear. The daylight hours are a precious few, making it seem like nighttime arrives earlier than expected. January's weather also features an overcast sky, giving it a generally gloomy atmosphere.

Temperature

In Dunkirk, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Dunkirk is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, in Dunkirk, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.9 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dunkirk. In Dunkirk, New York, during January, snow falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.7 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Dunkirk, New York.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk, New York, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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 Dunkirk?

January is the month when Dunkirk sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 21.2°F (-6°C).

How cold is it in Dunkirk in January?

In January, in Dunkirk, the average high-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Dunkirk?

The average relative humidity in January in Dunkirk is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Dunkirk?

In January, in Dunkirk, New York, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dunkirk in January?

In January, it is snowing for 15.6 days. Throughout January, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dunkirk have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Dunkirk?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dunkirk?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Dunkirk, New York, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunkirk have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dunkirk?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Dunkirk?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Dunkirk is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average temperature in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Dunkirk, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average wind speed in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average humidity in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Dunkirk, NY

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Dunkirk, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average snowfall in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dunkirk, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average UV index in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Dunkirk, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Dunkirk, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Dunkirk, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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