January weather forecast
Dunkirk, OH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dunkirk, Ohio, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and max 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at the peak and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Dunkirk, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dunkirk, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dunkirk, in January, snow falls for 13.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Dunkirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.9 days and aggregates up to 13.23" (336mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dunkirk, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, in Dunkirk, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In Dunkirk, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at the peak and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in Dunkirk in January?

In Dunkirk, 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months in Dunkirk?

The months with the highest humidity in Dunkirk are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in January in Dunkirk?

The average relative humidity in January in Dunkirk is 84%.

How much does it rain in Dunkirk in January?

In Dunkirk, Ohio, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Dunkirk?

In January, it is snowing for 13.4 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Dunkirk?

In January, the average day length in Dunkirk, Ohio, is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Dunkirk?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dunkirk, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dunkirk?

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunkirk have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Dunkirk, Ohio, is 3.4h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Dunkirk?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dunkirk, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average temperature in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average pressure in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average wind speed in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Dunkirk, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average rainfall in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average snowfall in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dunkirk, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Dunkirk, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Dunkirk, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Dunkirk, OH

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

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

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