January weather forecast
Schaefferstown, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Schaefferstown witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Schaefferstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Schaefferstown, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Schaefferstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 15.59" (396mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Schaefferstown, the average sunshine in January is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with its high-temperature average of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature average of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

Schaefferstown in January has an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Schaefferstown, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Schaefferstown have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Schaefferstown, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Schaefferstown have in January?

In Schaefferstown, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Schaefferstown are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average temperature in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°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 (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average pressure in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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
Schaefferstown, PA

Average wind speed in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average humidity in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average rainfall in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average snowfall in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Schaefferstown, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Schaefferstown, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Schaefferstown, PA

Average visibility in January - Schaefferstown, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, August, September and October (5mi).

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