January weather forecast
Athens, OH

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Athens, Ohio, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Athens is January, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Athens, during January, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Athens. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Athens?

In Athens, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 36.1°F (2.3°C) and reaching a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

Athens in January has an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 83%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout January, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Athens?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Athens, in January, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Athens, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Athens?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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?

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Athens, OH

Average temperature in January - Athens, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Athens, OH

Average pressure in January - Athens, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Athens, OH

Average wind speed in January - Athens, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Athens, OH

Average humidity in January - Athens, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Athens, OH

Average rainfall in January - Athens, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Athens, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Athens, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Athens, OH

Average snowfall in January - Athens, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Athens, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Athens, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Athens, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Athens, OH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Athens, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Athens, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Athens, OH

Average UV index in January - Athens, OH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Athens, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Athens, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Athens, OH

Average visibility in January - Athens, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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