January weather forecast
Hamden, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Hamden, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 27°F (-2.8°C) and min 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

Hamden's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) to a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hamden, New York, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hamden, New York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of January, in Hamden, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Hamden, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Hamden, is 27°F (-2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Hamden, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Hamden, in January, during 20.5 snowfall days, 9.21" (234mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Hamden, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hamden, NY

Average temperature in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Hamden, NY

Average pressure in January - Hamden, 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
Hamden, NY

Average wind speed in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Hamden, NY

Average humidity in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Hamden, NY

Average rainfall in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Hamden, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hamden, NY

Average snowfall in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hamden, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hamden, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hamden, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Hamden, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Hamden, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Hamden, NY

Average visibility in January - Hamden, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August, September and December (4mi).

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