January weather forecast
Platea, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Platea, Pennsylvania, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C), is Platea's coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in Platea, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Platea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.5 days and collects up to 37.8" (960mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Platea, Pennsylvania, during January, snow falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow. In Platea, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.4 days and aggregates up to 24.76" (629mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, known for its average high temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average low temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In Platea, 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Platea, Pennsylvania, in January, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Platea, in January, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 6.3" (160mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Platea have in January?

In Platea, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Platea, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. 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 rainfall days
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Average temperature in January
Platea, PA

Average temperature in January - Platea, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Platea, PA

Average pressure in January - Platea, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Platea, PA

Average wind speed in January - Platea, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Platea, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Platea, PA

Average rainfall in January - Platea, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.64").

Average rainfall days in January
Platea, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Platea, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Platea, PA

Average snowfall in January - Platea, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Platea, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Platea, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Platea, PA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Platea, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Platea, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Platea, PA

Average UV index in January - Platea, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

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

Average cloud cover in January
Platea, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Platea, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Platea, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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