January weather forecast
Poestenkill, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Poestenkill, New York, with an average temperature varying between 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and as low as 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Poestenkill. Rain falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Poestenkill, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Poestenkill's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) to a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and the low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Poestenkill?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Poestenkill, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Poestenkill, in January, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Poestenkill have in January?

In Poestenkill, the average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poestenkill have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Poestenkill, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Poestenkill, NY

Average pressure in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"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
Poestenkill, NY

Average wind speed in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Poestenkill, NY

Average humidity in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Poestenkill, NY

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Poestenkill, NY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Poestenkill, NY

Average snowfall in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Poestenkill, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Poestenkill, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Poestenkill, NY

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

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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Poestenkill, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Poestenkill, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Poestenkill, NY

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

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

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