January weather forecast
Flushing, NY

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Weather in January

Winter is firmly in control during January in Flushing, New York. It becomes noticeably colder when compared to December, with average high and low temperatures of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. This month witnesses moderate humidity and pressure, alongside above average cloud cover of 43%. Wintertime wind speed reaches the average of 10.9mph (17.5km/h), giving the air a brisk feel. Flushing's typical January weather also includes a moderate amount of rainfall and slight snowfall.

Temperature

In Flushing, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Flushing, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Flushing, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Flushing, in January, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average high temperatures of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and lows of 27.5°F (-2.5°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Flushing, records 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Flushing, the average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Flushing, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Flushing, New York, 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 temperature in January
Flushing, NY

Average temperature in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Flushing, NY

Average pressure in January - Flushing, 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
Flushing, NY

Average wind speed in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Flushing, NY

Average humidity in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Flushing, NY

Average rainfall in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Flushing, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Flushing, NY

Average snowfall in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Flushing, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Flushing, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Flushing, NY

Average UV index in January - Flushing, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Flushing, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Flushing, 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 28).

Average visibility in January
Flushing, NY

Average visibility in January - Flushing, 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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