Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average sea temperature in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 37°F (2.8°C) at the peak and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) at the low.Humidity
In Jamaica, New York, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in Jamaica. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Jamaica, in January, during 4.6 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature in Jamaica, New York, is 42.4°F (5.8°C).Note: Dipping in 42.4°F (5.8°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.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 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the coldest month in Jamaica?
How cold is it in Jamaica in January?
What is the average humidity in January in Jamaica?
What is the driest month in Jamaica?
How many days does it rain in January in Jamaica?
How many days does it snow in January in Jamaica?
What is the water temperature in January in Jamaica?
How many hours of daylight does Jamaica have in January?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Jamaica?
How long on average sun shines in January in Jamaica?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jamaica?
What is the UV index reading in January in Jamaica?
Average temperature in January
Jamaica, NY
- Average high temperature in January: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 28.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, NY
- Average wind speed in January: 12.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).
Average humidity in January
Jamaica, NY
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Jamaica, NY
- Average rainfall in January: 0.91"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in January
Jamaica, NY
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Jamaica, NY
- Average snowfall in January: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Jamaica, NY
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Jamaica, NY
- Average sea temperature in January: 42.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, NY
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Jamaica, 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
Jamaica, NY
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in January
Jamaica, 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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