January weather forecast
Elmira, NY

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Weather in January

In Elmira, January is known for its snowy charm, painting a picturesque environment. Compared to December, the high temperature sees a slight dip, settling at 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low drops to 17.2°F (-8.2°C), marking this month as the coldest month of the year. The sight of retreating inhabitants and an increase in indoor activities are a sure signal of the chilly days. After the flurry-filled December, the snowfall in the city increases, recording 6.85" (174mm). From wrapping up in warming layers to enjoying hot beverages, people find ways to adapt to the coldest month.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year in Elmira is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elmira, in January, snow falls for 17.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow. In Elmira, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.6 days and aggregates up to 34.61" (879mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elmira, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Elmira's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month in Elmira?

The months with the least rainfall in Elmira are January and November Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Elmira, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 17.7 days. Throughout January, 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Elmira is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Elmira?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmira have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Elmira, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Elmira, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Elmira, NY

Average pressure in January - Elmira, 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
Elmira, NY

Average wind speed in January - Elmira, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Elmira, NY

Average humidity in January - Elmira, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Elmira, NY

Average rainfall in January - Elmira, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Elmira, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elmira, NY

Average snowfall in January - Elmira, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elmira, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Elmira, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elmira, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elmira, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Elmira, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Elmira, NY

Average UV index in January - Elmira, 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
Elmira, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Elmira, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Elmira, NY

Average visibility in January - Elmira, 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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