January weather forecast
Hanover, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Hanover, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively, January is Hanover's coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Hanover is 76%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Hanover's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hanover, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Hanover, in January, during 6 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hanover have in January?

In Hanover, the average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanover have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Hanover, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Hanover, PA

Average temperature in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Hanover, PA

Average pressure in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hanover, PA

Average wind speed in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Hanover, PA

Average humidity in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Hanover, PA

Average rainfall in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Hanover, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hanover, PA

Average snowfall in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hanover, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hanover, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Hanover, PA

Average UV index in January - Hanover, 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
Hanover, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Hanover, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

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

Average visibility in January
Hanover, PA

Average visibility in January - Hanover, 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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