January weather forecast
Niagara Falls, NY

January is the start of the year and greets residents of Niagara Falls, New York with a chill, consistently claiming the title of the coldest month. The city experiences full-fledged winter conditions, making it integral to bundle up before stepping out. Transitioning from December, there seems to be a slight dip in the mercury. It becomes a shade more bearish with high temperatures of 32.1°F (0.1°C) and lows stooping to about 15.4°F (-9.2°C). On the flip side, the city becomes a spectacle to behold, transforming into a winter wonderland with frequent snowfalls.

Temperature

Niagara Falls's January weather reaches an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C), making it the coldest month.

Rainfall

In Niagara Falls, during January, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Niagara Falls, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Niagara Falls. The month with the most snowfall in Niagara Falls is January, when snow falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 23.58" (599mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Niagara Falls, New York, is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Niagara Falls is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Niagara Falls are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during January translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.