January weather forecast
Hickory, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Hickory, Pennsylvania, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and max 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Hickory, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hickory, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Hickory?

Hickory experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Hickory, is 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Hickory is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hickory, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Hickory, in January, during 16.4 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Hickory, the average day length in January is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hickory?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hickory, PA

Average temperature in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Hickory, PA

Average pressure in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"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
Hickory, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Hickory, PA

Average humidity in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Hickory, PA

Average rainfall in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Hickory, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hickory, PA

Average snowfall in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hickory, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hickory, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hickory, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Hickory, PA

Average UV index in January - Hickory, 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
Hickory, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Hickory, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Hickory, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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