January weather forecast
West Decatur, PA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in West Decatur, Pennsylvania, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In West Decatur, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, in West Decatur, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Decatur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Decatur, Pennsylvania. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In West Decatur, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January stands out as West Decatur's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in West Decatur in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In West Decatur, during January, snow falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Decatur have in January?

In West Decatur, the average day length in January is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in West Decatur?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does West Decatur have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In West Decatur, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
West Decatur, PA

Average temperature in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°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°F).

Average pressure in January
West Decatur, PA

Average pressure in January - West Decatur, 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
West Decatur, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
West Decatur, PA

Average humidity in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in January
West Decatur, PA

Average rainfall in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
West Decatur, PA

Average rainfall days in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Decatur, PA

Average snowfall in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Decatur, PA

Average snowfall days in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Decatur, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Decatur, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Decatur, PA

Average sunshine days in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in January
West Decatur, PA

Average UV index in January - West Decatur, 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
West Decatur, PA

Average cloud cover in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
West Decatur, PA

Average visibility in January - West Decatur, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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