January weather forecast
Thompson, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Thompson, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thompson are January through May, October through December. In Thompson, in January, snow falls for 15.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.39" (137mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.7 snowfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is January?

In Thompson, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Thompson?

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

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in Thompson, it is snowing for 15.8 days. Throughout January, 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thompson have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thompson have in January?

In Thompson, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Thompson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Thompson, PA

Average temperature in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Thompson, PA

Average pressure in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Thompson, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Thompson, PA

Average humidity in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Thompson, PA

Average rainfall in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Thompson, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Thompson, PA

Average snowfall in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Thompson, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Thompson, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Thompson, PA

Average UV index in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Thompson, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Thompson, PA

Average visibility in January - Thompson, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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