January weather forecast
Bessemer, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Bessemer, Pennsylvania, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In Bessemer, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.6 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bessemer, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Bessemer?

In Bessemer, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature during January is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Bessemer, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Bessemer, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Bessemer, Pennsylvania, in January, snow falls for 18.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bessemer have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bessemer have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bessemer, PA

Average temperature in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Bessemer, PA

Average pressure in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"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
Bessemer, PA

Average wind speed in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Bessemer, PA

Average humidity in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Bessemer, PA

Average rainfall in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Bessemer, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bessemer, PA

Average snowfall in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bessemer, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bessemer, 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: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bessemer, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in January
Bessemer, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Bessemer, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Bessemer, PA

Average visibility in January - Bessemer, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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