January weather forecast
Shamokin Dam, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Shamokin Dam, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a minimum average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shamokin Dam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shamokin Dam, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shamokin Dam, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is Shamokin Dam's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and lows of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Shamokin Dam, is 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Shamokin Dam, during January, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shamokin Dam have in January?

In Shamokin Dam, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Shamokin Dam, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average temperature in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average pressure in January - Shamokin Dam, 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
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average wind speed in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average humidity in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average rainfall in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average snowfall in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shamokin Dam, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average UV index in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Shamokin Dam, PA

Average visibility in January - Shamokin Dam, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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