January weather forecast
Meridian, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Meridian, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and max 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

In Meridian, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Meridian, it is snowing for 19.6 days. Throughout January, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated. In Meridian, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.4 days and aggregates up to 32.83" (834mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Meridian?

January is the month when Meridian, New York, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

How cold is it in Meridian in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Meridian during January are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Meridian?

The months with the highest humidity in Meridian are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in Meridian?

The average relative humidity in January in Meridian is 86%.

What is the driest month in Meridian?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Meridian. Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Meridian?

In January, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Meridian in January?

In Meridian, New York, in January, during 19.6 snowfall days, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in January?

In January, the average day length in Meridian, New York, is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Meridian?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Meridian, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Meridian?

In Meridian, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Meridian?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Meridian, New York.

How high is the UV index in January in Meridian?

In Meridian, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Meridian, NY

Average temperature in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Meridian, NY

Average pressure in January - Meridian, 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
Meridian, NY

Average wind speed in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Meridian, NY

Average humidity in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Meridian, NY

Average rainfall in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Meridian, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Meridian, NY

Average snowfall in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Meridian, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Meridian, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Meridian, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Meridian, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Meridian, NY

Average UV index in January - Meridian, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Meridian, NY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Meridian, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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