January weather forecast
Waterville, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Waterville, New York, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Waterville, New York, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Waterville, in January, during 17.8 snowfall days, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83 snowfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waterville, New York, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of January, in Waterville, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. 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 to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In January, in Waterville, the average high-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Waterville, during January, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Waterville, in January, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Waterville is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Waterville is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Waterville?

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

Average temperature in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Waterville, NY

Average pressure in January - Waterville, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Waterville, NY

Average wind speed in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Waterville, NY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Waterville, NY

Average rainfall in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Waterville, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waterville, NY

Average snowfall in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Waterville, NY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waterville, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Waterville, NY

Average UV index in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Waterville, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Waterville, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Waterville, NY

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

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

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