January weather forecast
Lima, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Lima, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lima. In Lima, during January, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Lima, in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Lima, the average day length in January is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lima have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Lima, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lima, PA

Average temperature in January - Lima, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Lima, PA

Average pressure in January - Lima, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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
Lima, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Lima, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Lima, PA

Average rainfall in January - Lima, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in January
Lima, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Lima, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lima, PA

Average snowfall in January - Lima, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lima, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Lima, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lima, 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 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lima, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Lima, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Lima, PA

Average UV index in January - Lima, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Lima, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Lima, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

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 32).

Average visibility in January
Lima, PA

Average visibility in January - Lima, 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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