January weather forecast
Rochester, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Rochester, Pennsylvania, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

In Rochester, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 32.5°F (0.3°C) at the peak and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Rochester's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Rochester, records 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Rochester, during January, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:36 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 Rochester have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Rochester, PA

Average temperature in January - Rochester, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Rochester, PA

Average pressure in January - Rochester, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rochester, PA

Average wind speed in January - Rochester, 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 (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Rochester, PA

Average humidity in January - Rochester, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Rochester, PA

Average rainfall in January - Rochester, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Rochester, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Rochester, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rochester, PA

Average snowfall in January - Rochester, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rochester, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Rochester, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rochester, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rochester, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Rochester, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Rochester, PA

Average UV index in January - Rochester, 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
Rochester, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Rochester, 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
Rochester, PA

Average visibility in January - Rochester, 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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