January weather forecast
Prospect, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Prospect, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Prospect, during January, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.7 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, 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.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Prospect?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at the peak and 19.2°F (-7.1°C) at the low.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Prospect, is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Prospect, during January, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Prospect?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Prospect, in January, snow falls for 19.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect have in January?

In Prospect, 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?

With an average of 2.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Prospect, PA

Average temperature in January - Prospect, 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: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Prospect, PA

Average pressure in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, PA

Average wind speed in January - Prospect, 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 (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Prospect, PA

Average humidity in January - Prospect, 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, May, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Prospect, PA

Average rainfall in January - Prospect, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Prospect, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Prospect, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Prospect, PA

Average snowfall in January - Prospect, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Prospect, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Prospect, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prospect, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Prospect, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Prospect, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Prospect, PA

Average UV index in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Prospect, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Prospect, PA

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

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

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