January weather forecast
Williamsport, PA

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Weather in January

January is the start of the year and embraces Williamsport with a quintessential winter scene. The city encounters significant snowfall with an average snowfall depth of 2.13" (54mm) coupled with the lowest temperatures of the year. The chilly days are marked by an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C). The frosty climate is complemented with relative humidity cultivating a dense, wintry atmosphere. The promise of sunny days can be elusive with only 3.7 hours of sunshine on average, making this a perfect month for indoor enthusiasts.

Temperature

Williamsport's January weather, with an average high temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In Williamsport, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.2 rainfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Williamsport, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Williamsport, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.1 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Williamsport's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and lows of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Williamsport, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Williamsport, in January, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Williamsport, the average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Williamsport, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Williamsport, PA

Average pressure in January - Williamsport, 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
Williamsport, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Williamsport, PA

Average humidity in January - Williamsport, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Williamsport, PA

Average rainfall in January - Williamsport, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Williamsport, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Williamsport, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Williamsport, PA

Average snowfall in January - Williamsport, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Williamsport, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Williamsport, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Williamsport, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Williamsport, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Williamsport, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Williamsport, PA

Average UV index in January - Williamsport, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Williamsport, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Williamsport, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Williamsport, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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