January weather forecast
Spencer, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Spencer, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Spencer, New York, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Spencer, New York, in January, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.57" (167mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.9 snowfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Spencer.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Spencer, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Spencer, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Spencer, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Spencer, during January, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 17.8 days. Throughout January, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Spencer have in January?

In Spencer, the average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Spencer?

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Spencer have in January?

In Spencer, the average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Spencer, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Spencer, NY

Average temperature in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Spencer, NY

Average pressure in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"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
Spencer, NY

Average wind speed in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Spencer, NY

Average humidity in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Spencer, NY

Average rainfall in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Spencer, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Spencer, NY

Average snowfall in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Spencer, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Spencer, 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: 3h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average sunshine days in January
Spencer, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Spencer, NY

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

Average cloud cover in January
Spencer, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Spencer, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Spencer, NY

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

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

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