January weather forecast
Washington, PA

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Weather in January

January in Washington, Pennsylvania, brings with it a chilly embrace, as the winter season shows its true form. The low temperatures, which can drop to 20.8°F (-6.2°C), are complemented by an influx of snow, peaking at 1.06" (27mm). The city often shrouded in a thick blanket of clouds, casting a chill that is only intensified by the brisk wind speeds. The days are relatively short, with limited daylight hours, meaning that residents usually bundle up to ward off the cold. As the first month of the year, January sets a bitter but beautiful winter stage, making it an iconic image of the Pennsylvanian winter.

Temperature

Washington's January weather reaches an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

January and November are months with the least rain in Washington when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Washington, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With average high and low temperatures of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 20.8°F (-6.2°C) respectively, January is Washington's coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Washington, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and November Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Washington, Pennsylvania, during January, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Washington, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Washington, PA

Average temperature in January - Washington, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Washington, PA

Average pressure in January - Washington, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Washington, PA

Average wind speed in January - Washington, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Washington, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Washington, PA

Average rainfall in January - Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Washington, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Washington, PA

Average snowfall in January - Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Washington, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Washington, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Washington, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Washington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Washington, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Washington, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Washington, PA

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

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

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