January weather forecast
Essen, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Essen, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

In Essen, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Essen, Pennsylvania, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Essen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.6 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Essen, Pennsylvania, in January, during 9.3 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Essen, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Essen, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, in Essen, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Essen.

UV index

In Essen, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Essen?

Essen's January weather, with an average high temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is January in Essen?

The high-temperature, in January, in Essen, records 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Essen?

The average relative humidity in January in Essen is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Essen?

In Essen, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Essen in January?

In Essen, Pennsylvania, during January, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Essen is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Essen?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Essen, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Essen?

The month with the least sunshine in Essen is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Essen have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Essen is 3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Essen?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Essen, PA

Average temperature in January - Essen, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in January
Essen, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Essen, PA

Average wind speed in January - Essen, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Essen, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Essen, PA

Average rainfall in January - Essen, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Essen, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Essen, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Essen, PA

Average snowfall in January - Essen, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Essen, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Essen, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Essen, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Essen, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Essen, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Essen, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Essen, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Essen, PA

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

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

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