January weather forecast
Lafayette, OH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Lafayette, Ohio, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

Lafayette experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a minimum of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month in Lafayette.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, in January, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lafayette, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lafayette, in January, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lafayette, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 84%, January is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Lafayette, in January, during 10.2 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lafayette, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°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
Lafayette, OH

Average pressure in January - Lafayette, 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
Lafayette, OH

Average wind speed in January - Lafayette, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Lafayette, OH

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Lafayette, OH

Average rainfall in January - Lafayette, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Lafayette, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Lafayette, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lafayette, OH

Average snowfall in January - Lafayette, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lafayette, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Lafayette, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lafayette, OH
  • 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: 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
Lafayette, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Lafayette, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Lafayette, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Lafayette, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Lafayette, 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 August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Lafayette, OH

Average visibility in January - Lafayette, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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