January weather forecast
Swain, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Swain, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

Swain's January weather reaches an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Swain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Swain, New York, it is snowing for 19.8 days. Throughout January, 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.3 snowfall days, and 46.38" (1178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Swain, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Swain, New York, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is it in Swain in January?

During January, Swain experiences an average high-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Swain, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Swain, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Swain, in January, snow falls for 19.8 days, with typically accumulated 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Swain, the average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Swain have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Swain, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Swain, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Swain, NY

Average pressure in January - Swain, 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
Swain, NY

Average wind speed in January - Swain, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Swain, NY

Average humidity in January - Swain, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Swain, NY

Average rainfall in January - Swain, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Swain, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Swain, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Swain, NY

Average snowfall in January - Swain, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Swain, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Swain, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swain, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Swain, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Swain, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Swain, NY

Average UV index in January - Swain, 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
Swain, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Swain, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Swain, NY

Average visibility in January - Swain, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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