January weather forecast
Luzerne, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Luzerne, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Luzerne's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In Luzerne, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Luzerne, during January, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Luzerne, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Luzerne, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Luzerne, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Luzerne?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Luzerne, Pennsylvania, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Luzerne, during January, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Luzerne have in January?

The average day length in January in Luzerne is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Luzerne?

In Luzerne, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Luzerne, PA

Average temperature in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Luzerne, PA

Average pressure in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"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
Luzerne, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Luzerne, PA

Average humidity in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Luzerne, PA

Average rainfall in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Luzerne, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Luzerne, PA

Average snowfall in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Luzerne, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Luzerne, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Luzerne, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Luzerne, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Luzerne, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Luzerne, PA

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

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

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