January weather forecast
Scotia, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Scotia, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and max 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Scotia experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Scotia is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically collects 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated. In Scotia, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 22.56" (573mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Scotia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January proves to be the coldest month in Scotia, recording an average maximum temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a minimum temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

How cold is January?

In Scotia, 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically collects 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Scotia, during January, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scotia have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Scotia, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Scotia, NY

Average pressure in January - Scotia, 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
Scotia, NY

Average wind speed in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Scotia, NY

Average humidity in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

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

Average rainfall in January
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Scotia, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Scotia, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scotia, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Scotia, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Scotia, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Scotia, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Scotia, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Scotia, NY

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

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

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