January weather forecast
Gorham, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gorham, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and max 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Gorham's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gorham, during January, snow falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.3 snowfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gorham, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gorham, the average sunshine in January is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month of the year in Gorham, registering average temperatures as high as 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and as low as 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month in Gorham?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Gorham, during January, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Gorham, in January, snow falls for 18.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Gorham, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Gorham, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Gorham, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gorham, NY

Average temperature in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Gorham, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Gorham, NY

Average wind speed in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Gorham, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Gorham, NY

Average rainfall in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Gorham, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gorham, NY

Average snowfall in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gorham, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gorham, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Gorham, NY

Average UV index in January - Gorham, 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
Gorham, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Gorham, NY

Average visibility in January - Gorham, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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