January weather forecast
New Paltz, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in New Paltz, New York, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and an average high of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In New Paltz, New York, in January, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.6 rainfall days, and 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In New Paltz, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

In New Paltz, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the month when New Paltz sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 32°F (0°C) and a low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 32°F (0°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In New Paltz, during January, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In New Paltz, New York, during January, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Paltz have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In New Paltz, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In New Paltz, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
New Paltz, NY

Average temperature in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in January
New Paltz, NY

Average pressure in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"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
New Paltz, NY

Average wind speed in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
New Paltz, NY

Average humidity in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
New Paltz, NY

Average rainfall in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
New Paltz, NY

Average rainfall days in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
New Paltz, NY

Average snowfall in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
New Paltz, NY

Average snowfall days in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Paltz, NY

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
New Paltz, NY

Average sunshine days in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
New Paltz, NY

Average UV index in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
New Paltz, NY

Average cloud cover in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
New Paltz, NY

Average visibility in January - New Paltz, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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