January weather forecast
Medford, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Medford, New York, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

In Medford, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 37.9°F (3.3°C) and reaching a low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October and December are months with snowfall. In Medford, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Medford 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, with its high-temperature average of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C), is the coldest month.

How cold does it get in Medford in January?

The high-temperature during January is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Medford, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Medford, in January, during 4.3 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in January?

In Medford, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Medford, NY

Average temperature in January - Medford, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.2°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 (30.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Medford, NY

Average pressure in January - Medford, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Medford, NY

Average wind speed in January - Medford, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9mph).

Average humidity in January
Medford, NY

Average humidity in January - Medford, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

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
Medford, NY

Average rainfall in January - Medford, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Medford, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Medford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Medford, NY

Average snowfall in January - Medford, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Medford, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Medford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Medford, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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
Medford, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Medford, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Medford, NY

Average UV index in January - Medford, 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
Medford, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Medford, 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
Medford, NY

Average visibility in January - Medford, 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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