January weather forecast
Watervliet, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Watervliet, New York, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Watervliet sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In Watervliet, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Watervliet, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.8 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Watervliet, in January, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.57" (167mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Watervliet, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

During January, Watervliet experiences an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Watervliet is 81%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Watervliet, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Watervliet, in January, snow falls for 14.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Watervliet have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Watervliet?

In Watervliet, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Watervliet, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Watervliet, NY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Watervliet, NY

Average pressure in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"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
Watervliet, NY

Average wind speed in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Watervliet, NY

Average humidity in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Watervliet, NY

Average rainfall in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Watervliet, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Watervliet, NY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Watervliet, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Watervliet, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Watervliet, NY

Average UV index in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Watervliet, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Watervliet, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Watervliet, NY

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

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

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