January weather forecast
Middletown, NY

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Weather in January

In Middletown, January represents the heart of winter, with biting temperatures and snowfall characterizing the weather landscape. Coming from December, residents can expect marginal rises in temperatures, while snowfall, at 3.78" (96mm), slightly increases the odds for white blanketed mornings. Humidity remains high this month, often intensifying the chill factor and adding a frosty hue to the town's winter vistas. Short days and limited sunshine define Middletown's January, which serves as a respite for those seeking to avoid the piercing ultraviolet rays. Despite the chilly weather, January's atmospheric pressure stabilizes at 30.06 Inch, encouraging calm weather patterns contrasting with the typically stormy winter month.

Temperature

Middletown reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 32.2°F (0.1°C) at the peak and 19°F (-7.2°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In Middletown, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Middletown, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout January, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.4 snowfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January in Middletown, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Middletown experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Middletown, records 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Middletown, in January, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Middletown, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Middletown have in January?

In Middletown, New York, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Middletown, NY

Average temperature in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in January
Middletown, NY

Average pressure in January - Middletown, 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
Middletown, NY

Average wind speed in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Middletown, NY

Average humidity in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Middletown, NY

Average rainfall in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Middletown, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Middletown, NY

Average snowfall in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Middletown, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Middletown, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Middletown, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Middletown, NY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Middletown, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Middletown, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Middletown, NY

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

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

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