January weather forecast
Cleveland, OH

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The Veterans Memorial Bridge on the Cuyahoga River, in Cleveland, Ohio
The Veterans Memorial Bridge on the Cuyahoga River, in Cleveland, Ohio

Weather in January

January ushers in the coldest season in Cleveland, Ohio, with frost bite inducing low and high temperatures of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. Skies are mostly cloudy this month, turning the city into a winter wonderland. Haziness reduces the visibility to a mere 5 miles and snowfall is a common occurrence. However, it also marks the start of the increase in daylight duration. By the end of the month, residents can welcome the slow but sure transition to sunnier skies.

Temperature

January is the month when Cleveland sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, in Cleveland, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cleveland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Cleveland is January, when snow falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Cleveland, Ohio, the average seawater temperature in January is 34°F (1.1°C).
Note: In the scenario of swimming, this is assessed as life-threatening and highly risky. The chilling water causes severe discomfort and induces instant hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to counter thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January in Cleveland, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Cleveland is January, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Cleveland is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Cleveland?

January, with an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is it in Cleveland in January?

In Cleveland, 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Cleveland?

The average relative humidity in January in Cleveland, Ohio, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, Ohio, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Cleveland?

The month with the most snowfall in Cleveland is January, when snow falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, Ohio, during January, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Cleveland?

In January, the average ocean temperature in Cleveland is 34°F (1.1°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Cleveland have in January?

The average day length in January in Cleveland, Ohio, is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cleveland?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cleveland, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cleveland?

With an average of 2.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Cleveland.

How many hours of sunshine does Cleveland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Cleveland is 2.6h.

How high is the UV index in January in Cleveland?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cleveland, OH

Average temperature in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Cleveland, OH

Average pressure in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cleveland, OH

Average wind speed in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Cleveland, OH

Average humidity in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Cleveland, OH

Average rainfall in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Cleveland, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cleveland, OH

Average snowfall in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cleveland, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Cleveland, OH

Average sea temperature in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average sea temperature in January: 34°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (33.2°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cleveland, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Cleveland, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Cleveland, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Cleveland, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Cleveland, OH

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

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

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