January weather forecast
Helena, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Helena, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 23°F (-5°C) and min 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Temperature

In Helena, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 23°F (-5°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Helena, during January, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 23°F (-5°C) and 9.9°F (-12.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 90%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Helena, in January, snow falls for 16.5 days, with typically accumulated 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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 Helena?

In Helena, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Helena, NY

Average temperature in January - Helena, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Helena, NY

Average pressure in January - Helena, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Helena, NY

Average wind speed in January - Helena, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Helena, NY

Average humidity in January - Helena, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Helena, NY

Average rainfall in January - Helena, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Helena, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Helena, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Helena, NY

Average snowfall in January - Helena, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Helena, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Helena, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Helena, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Helena, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Helena, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Helena, NY

Average UV index in January - Helena, 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
Helena, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Helena, 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 34).

Average visibility in January
Helena, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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