January weather forecast
Hershey, PA

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Weather in January

The new year starts in Hershey, Pennsylvania, with the full force of winter's chill. Nighttime temperatures plunge to a frosty 21.9°F (-5.6°C), making January the coldest month of the year. This month's weather is not for the faint-hearted, with thick fog often reducing visibility and icy gusts of wind reaching speeds of up to 13.6mph (21.9km/h). Despite the chilly conditions, snowfall is moderate and usually does not exceed 3.94" (100mm). Long, cold nights dominate, with only 9.7 hours of daylight and 4.7 hours of direct sunlight.

Temperature

In Hershey, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hershey, in January, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hershey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hershey. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hershey, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hershey, the average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Hershey, is 34.2°F (1.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hershey, during January, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout January, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hershey have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hershey have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Hershey, 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.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Hershey, PA

Average temperature in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Hershey, PA

Average pressure in January - Hershey, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hershey, PA

Average wind speed in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Hershey, PA

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Hershey, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hershey, PA

Average snowfall in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hershey, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hershey, 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: 4h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hershey, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Hershey, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Hershey, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Hershey, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Hershey, PA

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

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

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