January weather forecast
Meridian, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Meridian, Pennsylvania, is another subzero cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at the peak and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, in Meridian, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Meridian, in January, during 17 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.1 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Meridian, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Meridian, during January, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Meridian, in January, during 17 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Meridian?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridian have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe 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
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Average temperature in January
Meridian, PA

Average temperature in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Meridian, PA

Average pressure in January - Meridian, 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
Meridian, PA

Average wind speed in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Meridian, PA

Average humidity in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Meridian, PA

Average rainfall in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

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

Average rainfall days in January
Meridian, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Meridian, PA

Average snowfall in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Meridian, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Meridian, 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: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Meridian, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Meridian, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Meridian, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Meridian, PA

Average visibility in January - Meridian, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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