January weather forecast
West Islip, NY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Islip, New York, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

West Islip's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In West Islip, New York, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in West Islip. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Islip, New York, during January, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Islip, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Islip, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Islip, New York, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in West Islip?

West Islip, New York, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

How cold does it get in West Islip in January?

West Islip in January has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in West Islip?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month in West Islip?

The month with the least rainfall in West Islip is January, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Islip in January?

In West Islip, during January, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in West Islip?

In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Islip have in January?

In January, the average day length in West Islip is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in West Islip?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Islip, New York, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Islip have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in West Islip, New York, is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Islip?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Islip, New York.

What is the UV index intensity in January in West Islip?

In West Islip, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
West Islip, NY

Average temperature in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in January
West Islip, NY

Average pressure in January - West Islip, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
West Islip, NY

Average wind speed in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in January
West Islip, NY

Average humidity in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (71%).

Average rainfall in January
West Islip, NY

Average rainfall in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
West Islip, NY

Average rainfall days in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Islip, NY

Average snowfall in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Islip, NY

Average snowfall days in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Islip, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Islip, NY

Average sunshine days in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
West Islip, NY

Average UV index in January - West Islip, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
West Islip, NY

Average cloud cover in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
West Islip, NY

Average visibility in January - West Islip, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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