January weather forecast
Lackawanna, NY

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Weather in January

Kicking off the year, the Lackawanna weather in January adopts a traditional winter personality. Cold temperatures significantly bordering low levels marking the characteristic feature of the month. Stunning to note, during this month, there are only 2.5 hours of sunshine in a day, with the snowfall reaching 6.69" (170mm). The short days only hasten the cold, while the high humidity levels exacerbate the freezing. Windy conditions prevail, with gusts reaching up to 17.5mph (28.2km/h), adding a distinct chill in the air.

Temperature

Lackawanna's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) to a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lackawanna, in January, snow falls for 18.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.69" (170mm) of snow. In Lackawanna, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lackawanna, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With its average high temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Lackawanna, during January, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Lackawanna, during January, snow falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Lackawanna, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lackawanna, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lackawanna are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Lackawanna, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average temperature in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average pressure in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average wind speed in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Lackawanna, NY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average rainfall in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average snowfall in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average UV index in January - Lackawanna, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Lackawanna, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Lackawanna, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Lackawanna, NY

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

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

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