January weather forecast
Balsam, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Balsam, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Balsam, Pennsylvania, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Balsam, during January, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Balsam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.2 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout January, 7.48" (190mm) of snow is accumulated. In Balsam, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.1 days and aggregates up to 36.85" (936mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Balsam, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Balsam is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Balsam, Pennsylvania. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Balsam?

Balsam's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and lows of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is it in Balsam in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Balsam, is 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Balsam?

In January, the average relative humidity in Balsam is 84%.

How much does it rain in Balsam in January?

In Balsam, Pennsylvania, in January, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Balsam?

In Balsam, Pennsylvania, in January, snow falls for 18.7 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Balsam?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Balsam have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Balsam, Pennsylvania, is 3.2h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Balsam, Pennsylvania, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Balsam?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Balsam, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Balsam, PA

Average temperature in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Balsam, PA

Average pressure in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Balsam, PA

Average wind speed in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Balsam, PA

Average humidity in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Balsam, PA

Average rainfall in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in January
Balsam, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Balsam, PA

Average snowfall in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Balsam, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balsam, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Balsam, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Balsam, PA

Average UV index in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Balsam, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Balsam, PA

Average visibility in January - Balsam, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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