January weather forecast
Folstown, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Folstown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

January and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Folstown, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow. In Folstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Folstown, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Folstown, 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and September Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Folstown, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Folstown have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Folstown?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Folstown have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Folstown, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°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 (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Folstown, PA

Average pressure in January - Folstown, 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
Folstown, PA

Average wind speed in January - Folstown, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 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 (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Folstown, PA

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Folstown, PA

Average rainfall in January - Folstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Folstown, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Folstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Folstown, PA

Average snowfall in January - Folstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Folstown, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Folstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Folstown, 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: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Folstown, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Folstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Folstown, PA

Average UV index in January - Folstown, 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
Folstown, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Folstown, PA

Average visibility in January - Folstown, 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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