January weather forecast
Meridale, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Meridale, New York, with an average temperature varying between 14.5°F (-9.7°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Meridale, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Meridale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Meridale, New York, in January, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.71" (145mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Meridale, there are 85.5 snowfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of January, in Meridale, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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 Meridale?

The coldest period in Meridale, New York, is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

How cold is it in Meridale in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Meridale?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Meridale?

In Meridale, during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Meridale?

In January, it is snowing for 17.9 days. Throughout January, 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Meridale have in January?

In January, the average day length in Meridale, New York, is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Meridale?

On the first day of January in Meridale, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridale have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Meridale, New York, is 3h.

How high is the UV index in January in Meridale?

In Meridale, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Meridale, NY

Average temperature in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Meridale, NY

Average pressure in January - Meridale, 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
Meridale, NY

Average wind speed in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Meridale, NY

Average humidity in January - Meridale, 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
Meridale, NY

Average rainfall in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Meridale, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Meridale, NY

Average snowfall in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Meridale, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Meridale, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Meridale, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Meridale, NY

Average UV index in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Meridale, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Meridale, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Meridale, NY

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

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

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