January weather forecast
Nelson, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Nelson, New York, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.8°F (-9°C) and an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nelson, during January, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.3 days and collects up to 38.5" (978mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Nelson, during January, snow falls for 22.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) of snow. In Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 100.5 days and aggregates up to 59.65" (1515mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nelson are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Nelson, is 27°F (-2.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Nelson, during January, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Nelson, New York, during January, snow falls for 22.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in January?

In Nelson, New York, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Nelson, NY

Average pressure in January - Nelson, 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
Nelson, NY

Average wind speed in January - Nelson, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Nelson, NY

Average humidity in January - Nelson, 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 and May (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Nelson, NY

Average rainfall in January - Nelson, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in January
Nelson, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nelson, NY

Average snowfall in January - Nelson, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Nelson, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Nelson, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nelson, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nelson, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Nelson, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Nelson, NY

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

Average cloud cover in January
Nelson, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Nelson, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Nelson, NY

Average visibility in January - Nelson, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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