January weather forecast
Far Rockaway, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Far Rockaway, New York, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout January, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. 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. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, known for its average high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Far Rockaway during January are 37°F (2.8°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Far Rockaway, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Far Rockaway in January?

In Far Rockaway, in January, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Far Rockaway?

The average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Far Rockaway, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Far Rockaway have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average pressure in January - Far Rockaway, 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
Far Rockaway, NY

Average wind speed in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average humidity in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average UV index in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Far Rockaway, NY

Average visibility in January - Far Rockaway, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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