January weather forecast
Glenside, PA

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Weather in January

The calendar year kicks off in Glenside, Pennsylvania, with weather conditions largely characterized by cold temperatures and snowfall. January features the lowest average temperatures of the year, with during the day reaching 36.7°F (2.6°C), plunging to a chilly 24.6°F (-4.1°C) at night. Snowfall is frequent during this time of year, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. In terms of daylight, the shorter days contribute to the overall frigid temperatures, therefore reinforcing the need for warm clothing. Notably, due to these weather patterns, January is generally considered an off-peak travel period for Glenside.

Temperature

In Glenside, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In Glenside, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Glenside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Glenside, during January, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.3 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Glenside, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Glenside, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, known for its average high temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Glenside, is 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Glenside, in January, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Glenside, in January, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glenside have in January?

In Glenside, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and 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 in Glenside is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Glenside, PA

Average temperature in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Glenside, PA

Average pressure in January - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average wind speed in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Glenside, PA

Average humidity in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Glenside, PA

Average rainfall in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Glenside, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Glenside, PA

Average snowfall in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Glenside, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Glenside, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Glenside, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Glenside, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Glenside, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Glenside, PA

Average visibility in January - Glenside, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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