January weather forecast
Plum, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Plum, Pennsylvania, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

Plum's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 32.7°F (0.4°C) to a low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plum, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plum, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January stands out as Plum's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Plum, is 32.7°F (0.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Plum, during January, snow falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Plum, the average day length in January is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Plum have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Plum, PA

Average temperature in January - Plum, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Plum, PA

Average pressure in January - Plum, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Plum, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Plum, PA

Average humidity in January - Plum, 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
Plum, PA

Average rainfall in January - Plum, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Plum, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Plum, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Plum, PA

Average snowfall in January - Plum, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Plum, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Plum, 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
Plum, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Plum, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Plum, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Plum, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Plum, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Plum, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Plum, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Plum, PA

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

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

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