January weather forecast
Kings Point, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Kings Point, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Kings Point, New York, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Kings Point, in January, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kings Point, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23 snowfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Kings Point, in January, the average water temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 42.4°F (5.8°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Kings Point, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In Kings Point, in January, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Kings Point, in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Kings Point, in January, the average water temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). Swimming in 42.4°F (5.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Kings Point, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kings Point have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Kings Point, 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
Kings Point, NY

Average temperature in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Kings Point, NY

Average pressure in January - Kings Point, 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
Kings Point, NY

Average wind speed in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Kings Point, NY

Average humidity in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Kings Point, NY

Average rainfall in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.36").

Average rainfall days in January
Kings Point, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kings Point, NY

Average snowfall in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kings Point, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Kings Point, NY

Average sea temperature in January - Kings Point, 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
Kings Point, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kings Point, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kings Point, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Kings Point, NY

Average UV index in January - Kings Point, 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
Kings Point, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Kings Point, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Kings Point, NY

Average visibility in January - Kings Point, 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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