January weather forecast
Highland Falls, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Highland Falls, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°F (-6.1°C) and max 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 33.4°F (0.8°C) and lows at 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

January and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Highland Falls, during January, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.3 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Highland Falls, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

With average high and low temperatures of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively, January is Highland Falls's coldest month.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Highland Falls?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and September Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Highland Falls in January?

In Highland Falls, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Highland Falls, in January, during 7 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Highland Falls have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Highland Falls, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland Falls have in January?

In Highland Falls, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the month 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 intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average temperature in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average pressure in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"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
Highland Falls, NY

Average wind speed in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average humidity in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average rainfall in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average snowfall in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Highland Falls, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average UV index in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Highland Falls, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Highland Falls, NY

Average visibility in January - Highland Falls, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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