January weather forecast
Long Beach, NY

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Weather in January

Long Beach experiences a rather chilly January, with winter conditions prevailing throughout the month. Snowfall is encountered quite frequently with snow covering the ground around four and a half days on average. Notably, January sees 1.26" (32mm) of snowfall, making it one of the snowier months of the year. The cold conditions see residents bundling up to brave the typical winter weather. Despite the chill, the clear skylines during this month add a bit of charm to the Long Beach winter scene.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 37.8°F (3.2°C) at the peak and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at the base.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Long Beach, in January, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.3 snowfall days, and 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: Swimming in 42.4°F (5.8°C) feels unbearing at 55.4°F (13°C) and can be life-risking below 50°F (10°C), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Long Beach, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average high temperatures of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and lows of 29.7°F (-1.3°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

Long Beach in January has an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Long Beach, New York, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Long Beach, in January, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Long Beach, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.4°F (5.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Long Beach have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Long Beach, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Beach have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Long Beach, NY

Average temperature in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Long Beach, NY

Average pressure in January - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average wind speed in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Long Beach, NY

Average humidity in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Long Beach, NY

Average rainfall in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Long Beach, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Long Beach, NY

Average snowfall in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Long Beach, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Long Beach, NY

Average sea temperature in January - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Long Beach, 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
Long Beach, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Long Beach, NY

Average UV index in January - Long Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Long Beach, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Long Beach, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Long Beach, NY

Average visibility in January - Long Beach, 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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