January weather forecast
Sanford, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Sanford, New York, with an average temperature varying between 16°F (-8.9°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

In Sanford, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sanford, in January, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Sanford is January, when snow falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 2.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during January leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Sanford, records 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Sanford in January?

In Sanford, in January, during 10.7 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in January?

In Sanford, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sanford, NY

Average temperature in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Sanford, NY

Average pressure in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sanford, NY

Average wind speed in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Sanford, NY

Average humidity in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Sanford, NY

Average rainfall in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Sanford, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sanford, NY

Average snowfall in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sanford, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sanford, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Sanford, 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 April (14.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sanford, NY

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

Average cloud cover in January
Sanford, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Sanford, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Sanford, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (4mi).

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