January weather forecast
Sterling Forest, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Sterling Forest, New York, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and max 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Sterling Forest's January weather reaches an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sterling Forest, during January, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Sterling Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sterling Forest, the average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Sterling Forest, is 33.3°F (0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling Forest have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sterling Forest?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling Forest have in January?

In Sterling Forest, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average temperature in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Sterling Forest, NY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average wind speed in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average humidity in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sterling Forest, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average UV index in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Sterling Forest, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Sterling Forest, NY

Average visibility in January - Sterling Forest, 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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