January weather forecast
University Park, PA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in University Park, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and min 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

In University Park, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In University Park, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In University Park, in January, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In University Park, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In University Park, in January, snow falls for 15.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.57" (167mm) of snow. In University Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 59 days and aggregates up to 26.3" (668mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

University Park witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January in University Park?

In University Park, during January, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout January, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does University Park have in January?

In University Park, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk 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
University Park, PA

Average temperature in January - University Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.1°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 (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in January
University Park, PA

Average pressure in January - University Park, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
University Park, PA

Average wind speed in January - University Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
University Park, PA

Average humidity in January - University Park, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in January
University Park, PA

Average rainfall in January - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
University Park, PA

Average rainfall days in January - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
University Park, PA

Average snowfall in January - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
University Park, PA

Average snowfall days in January - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
University Park, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - University Park, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
University Park, PA

Average sunshine days in January - University Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
University Park, PA

Average UV index in January - University Park, PA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
University Park, PA

Average cloud cover in January - University Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
University Park, PA

Average visibility in January - University Park, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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