January weather forecast
South Salem, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in South Salem, New York, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 33.4°F (0.8°C) and lows at 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in South Salem is 76%.

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In South Salem, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

In South Salem, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

South Salem's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and lows of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the driest month?

January and February are months with the least rain in South Salem when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In South Salem, in January, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In South Salem, during January, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Salem have in January?

In South Salem, New York, the average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Salem have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In South Salem, New York, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
South Salem, NY

Average temperature in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
South Salem, NY

Average pressure in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Salem, NY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
South Salem, NY

Average humidity in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
South Salem, NY

Average rainfall in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
South Salem, NY

Average rainfall days in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Salem, NY

Average snowfall in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Salem, NY

Average snowfall days in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Salem, NY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Salem, NY

Average sunshine days in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
South Salem, NY

Average UV index in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
South Salem, NY

Average cloud cover in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
South Salem, NY

Average visibility in January - South Salem, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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