January weather forecast
Benton, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Benton, Pennsylvania, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Benton, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Benton is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.9h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Benton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Benton's January weather, with an average high temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is January?

In Benton, in January, the average high-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Benton, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Benton in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout January, 5.94" (151mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Benton, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Benton, PA

Average temperature in January - Benton, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in January
Benton, PA

Average pressure in January - Benton, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Benton, PA

Average wind speed in January - Benton, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Benton, PA

Average humidity in January - Benton, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Benton, PA

Average rainfall in January - Benton, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Benton, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Benton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Benton, PA

Average snowfall in January - Benton, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Benton, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Benton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Benton, PA
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Benton, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Benton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Benton, PA

Average UV index in January - Benton, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Benton, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Benton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Benton, PA

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

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

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