January weather forecast
Cincinnati, OH

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A beautiful park in spring next to the John A Roebling suspension bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio

Weather in January

Taking its first icy breath, Cincinnati, Ohio, welcomes a New Year with January bringing the coldest temperatures of the twelve-month cycle. Typically peaking from 23.7°F (-4.6°C) to 36.1°F (2.3°C), it's imperative to bundle up when venturing outdoors. The initial month of winter is far from dormant, with formidable snowfall regularly adorning the cityscape. Despite the chill, relative humidity keeps the environment crisp rather than dry. The city surely presents the quintessential winter picture, a charming sight for those fond of the snow-clad season.

Temperature

January is the month when Cincinnati experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In Cincinnati, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cincinnati, Ohio, in January, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cincinnati, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h 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 Cincinnati. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Cincinnati's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Cincinnati, is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cincinnati, Ohio, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cincinnati, during January, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cincinnati have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cincinnati have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cincinnati?

The months with the lowest UV index in Cincinnati are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cincinnati, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Cincinnati, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average wind speed in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average humidity in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Cincinnati, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cincinnati, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average UV index in January - Cincinnati, 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
Cincinnati, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Cincinnati, OH

Average visibility in January - Cincinnati, OH
  • 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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