January weather forecast
Halifax, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Halifax, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°F (-6°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

In Halifax, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.6 rainfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Halifax, in January, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.1 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Halifax, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Halifax's January weather, with an average high temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Halifax in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in January?

In Halifax, the average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

What are the months with 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 is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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
Halifax, PA

Average temperature in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Halifax, PA

Average pressure in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"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
Halifax, PA

Average wind speed in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Halifax, PA

Average humidity in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Halifax, PA

Average rainfall in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in January
Halifax, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Halifax, PA

Average snowfall in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Halifax, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Halifax, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Halifax, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Halifax, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Halifax, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Halifax, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Halifax, PA

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

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

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