January weather forecast
Lima, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Lima, New York, with an average temperature varying between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

In Lima, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In Lima, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and September Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lima, New York, in January, snow falls for 19.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Lima, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.7 days and aggregates up to 34.29" (871mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lima, New York, is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Lima are January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Lima?

January, having an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), is the coldest month in Lima, New York.

How cold is it in Lima in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lima are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Lima?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month in Lima?

January and September are months with the least rain in Lima, New York, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Lima in January?

In Lima, New York, during January, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Lima?

In Lima, in January, snow falls for 19.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lima have in January?

The average day length in January in Lima, New York, is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lima?

On the first day of January in Lima, New York, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Lima?

January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Lima, New York.

How many hours of sunshine does Lima have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lima?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Lima?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lima, New York, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lima, NY

Average temperature in January - Lima, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Lima, NY

Average pressure in January - Lima, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lima, NY

Average wind speed in January - Lima, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Lima, NY

Average humidity in January - Lima, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Lima, NY

Average rainfall in January - Lima, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Lima, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Lima, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lima, NY

Average snowfall in January - Lima, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lima, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Lima, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lima, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lima, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Lima, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Lima, NY

Average UV index in January - Lima, 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
Lima, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Lima, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Lima, NY

Average visibility in January - Lima, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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