January weather forecast
Dawson, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dawson, Pennsylvania, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dawson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dawson, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with its average high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Dawson.

How cold is January in Dawson?

The high-temperature, in January, in Dawson, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Dawson, during January, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 15.9 days. Throughout January, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in January?

The average day length in January in Dawson is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawson have in January?

In Dawson, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Dawson, PA

Average temperature in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Dawson, PA

Average pressure in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dawson, PA

Average wind speed in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Dawson, PA

Average humidity in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Dawson, PA

Average rainfall in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Dawson, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dawson, PA

Average snowfall in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dawson, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dawson, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dawson, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Dawson, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Dawson, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Dawson, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Dawson, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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