January weather forecast
Forest Hills, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Forest Hills, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

Forest Hills witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Forest Hills, New York. Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Forest Hills, during January, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Forest Hills, New York, there are 15 snowfall days, and 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Forest Hills is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of January in Forest Hills, 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 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Forest Hills, New York, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Forest Hills 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Forest Hills?

January is Forest Hills's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and lows of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

How cold is it in Forest Hills in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Forest Hills, is 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Forest Hills?

The average relative humidity in January in Forest Hills, New York, is 73%.

What is the driest month in Forest Hills?

The month with the least rainfall in Forest Hills is January, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Forest Hills in January?

In January, in Forest Hills, New York, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Forest Hills?

In January, in Forest Hills, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Forest Hills?

The average day length in January in Forest Hills is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Forest Hills?

On the first day of January, 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 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Forest Hills?

The average sunshine duration in January in Forest Hills, New York, is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Forest Hills?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Forest Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Forest Hills, New York, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average temperature in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°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 (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average pressure in January - Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, NY

Average wind speed in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average humidity in January - Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, NY

Average rainfall in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average snowfall in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Forest Hills, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average UV index in January - Forest Hills, 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
Forest Hills, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Forest Hills, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Forest Hills, NY

Average visibility in January - Forest Hills, 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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