January weather forecast
Long Island City, NY

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Weather in January

Initiating the year, January introduces the winter ambiance of Long Island City, New York, making it known for a blend of freezing temperatures and scarce snowfall. The weather is primarily characterized by drops in mercury, with the lowest temperature being 26.6°F (-3°C), and a maximum of 36.7°F (2.6°C). Contrastingly, the daylight hours are fewest, resulting in cooler days and longer nights. Coupled with this, light fog and low-lying clouds are common, signifying a typical winter month. The region also experiences a slight gust of wind that adds a biting chill to the winter weather.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and lows of 26.6°F (-3°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Long Island City, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Long Island City, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Long Island City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Long Island City, New York, during January, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.9 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of January in Long Island City, 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 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Long Island City, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The lowest temperatures in Long Island City are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

How cold is January?

Long Island City in January has an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Long Island City, in January, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Long Island City, in January, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Long Island City have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

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 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Long Island City, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Long Island City, NY

Average temperature in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Long Island City, NY

Average pressure in January - Long Island City, 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
Long Island City, NY

Average wind speed in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Long Island City, NY

Average humidity in January - Long Island City, 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
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Long Island City, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Long Island City, 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 Island City, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Long Island City, NY

Average UV index in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Long Island City, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Long Island City, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Long Island City, NY

Average visibility in January - Long Island City, 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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