January weather forecast
Madison, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Madison, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 27°F (-2.8°C) and as low as 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 19.2 days. Throughout January, 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.2 snowfall days, and 50.98" (1295mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madison, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 2.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C).

How cold is January?

In Madison, 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.8°F (-9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Madison, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Madison, in January, during 6.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Madison, during January, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in January?

In Madison, the average day length in January is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Madison, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in January?

In Madison, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Madison?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Madison, NY

Average temperature in January - Madison, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Madison, NY

Average pressure in January - Madison, 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
Madison, NY

Average wind speed in January - Madison, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Madison, NY

Average humidity in January - Madison, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Madison, NY

Average rainfall in January - Madison, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in January
Madison, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Madison, NY

Average snowfall in January - Madison, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Madison, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Madison, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Madison, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Madison, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Madison, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Madison, NY

Average UV index in January - Madison, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Madison, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Madison, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Madison, NY

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

The month with the highest visibility is October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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