January weather forecast
Drifton, PA

Share

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Drifton, Pennsylvania, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In Drifton, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Drifton, Pennsylvania, in January, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Drifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 14.8 days. Throughout January, 8.46" (215mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.9 snowfall days, and 38.9" (988mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Drifton, the average sunshine in January is 3.7h.

UV index

In Drifton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Drifton in January?

Drifton in January has an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Drifton, in January, during 7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Drifton, in January, during 14.8 snowfall days, 8.46" (215mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Drifton have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Drifton have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Drifton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Drifton, PA

Average temperature in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Drifton, PA

Average pressure in January - Drifton, 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
Drifton, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Drifton, PA

Average humidity in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Drifton, PA

Average rainfall in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Drifton, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Drifton, PA

Average snowfall in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Drifton, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Drifton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Drifton, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Drifton, PA

Average UV index in January - Drifton, 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
Drifton, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Drifton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Drifton, PA

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

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

Drifton, Pennsylvania, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location