January weather forecast
Middletown, OH

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Weather in January

The new year in Middletown, Ohio starts with a chill and a high chance of seeing winter's trademark snowfall. January's winter bite is notable with temperatures dipping to 21.7°F (-5.7°C) while the high barely grazes 34.3°F (1.3°C). Precipitation in the form of snow defines the beginning of the year, but residents also experience modest sunshine hours. Expect conditions to be fairly overcast with a stark winter landscape accentuated by bare trees. While it is the first month of the year, it is crucial to note that December was slightly warmer with less snowfall.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Middletown.

Rainfall

In January, in Middletown, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Middletown, Ohio. In Middletown, in January, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Middletown, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Middletown?

In Middletown, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 34.3°F (1.3°C) and reaching a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

How cold is it in Middletown in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Middletown, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Middletown?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in January in Middletown?

In Middletown, Ohio, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How much does it rain in Middletown in January?

In Middletown, in January, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Middletown in January?

In Middletown, Ohio, during January, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Middletown, Ohio, is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Middletown?

On the first day of January in Middletown, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Middletown?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Middletown, Ohio.

How long on average sun shines in January in Middletown?

In Middletown, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Middletown?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Middletown?

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

Average temperature in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Middletown, OH

Average pressure in January - Middletown, 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
Middletown, OH

Average wind speed in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Middletown, OH

Average humidity in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Middletown, OH

Average rainfall in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Middletown, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Middletown, OH

Average snowfall in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Middletown, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Middletown, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Middletown, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Middletown, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Middletown, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Middletown, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Middletown, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Middletown, 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 28).

Average visibility in January
Middletown, OH

Average visibility in January - Middletown, 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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