January weather forecast
McDonough, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in McDonough, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

McDonough experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McDonough are January through May, October through December. In McDonough, New York, in January, during 18 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in McDonough, there are 80.5 snowfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January in McDonough, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in McDonough is 2.6h.

UV index

January through March, November 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in January transforms into this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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 McDonough?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

How cold is January in McDonough?

The average high-temperature, in January, in McDonough, is 27°F (-2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in McDonough?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in McDonough?

The month with the least rainfall in McDonough is January, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in McDonough in January?

In McDonough, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in McDonough?

In McDonough, in January, during 18 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does McDonough have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in McDonough?

On the first day of January in McDonough, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does McDonough have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in McDonough, New York, is 2.6h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in McDonough, New York, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in McDonough?

In McDonough, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
McDonough, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in January
McDonough, NY

Average pressure in January - McDonough, 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
McDonough, NY

Average wind speed in January - McDonough, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
McDonough, NY

Average humidity in January - McDonough, 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, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in January
McDonough, NY

Average rainfall in January - McDonough, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
McDonough, NY

Average rainfall days in January - McDonough, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
McDonough, NY

Average snowfall in January - McDonough, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
McDonough, NY

Average snowfall days in January - McDonough, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
McDonough, NY

Average sunshine days in January - McDonough, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
McDonough, NY

Average UV index in January - McDonough, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
McDonough, NY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
McDonough, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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