January weather forecast
Lorain, OH

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Weather in January

Begin the year in Lorain, Ohio, the weather displays a frigid panorama where the chilly temperatures range from 22.1°F (-5.5°C) to 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Guying a winter coat remains necessary as frosty conditions persist. The daylight hours in January are limited, adding to a stark wintertime backdrop marked by snowfall. Outdoor activities will be hindered by the high relative humidity and ongoing winter conditions. The chance of snowfall further elevates, ensuring a winter wonderland throughout the city.

Temperature

The coldest period in Lorain, Ohio, is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lorain, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.5 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Lorain, in January, snow falls for 14 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lorain, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lorain, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Lorain is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Lorain?

January is Lorain's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and lows of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

How cold is January in Lorain?

In January, in Lorain, the average high-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lorain?

The average relative humidity in January in Lorain is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lorain?

In Lorain, Ohio, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Lorain?

In Lorain, Ohio, in January, during 14 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lorain have in January?

The average day length in January in Lorain is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lorain?

On the first day of January in Lorain, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lorain?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Lorain have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Lorain?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lorain, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lorain, OH

Average temperature in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Lorain, OH

Average pressure in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"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
Lorain, OH

Average wind speed in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Lorain, OH

Average humidity in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Lorain, OH

Average rainfall in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Lorain, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lorain, OH

Average snowfall in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lorain, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lorain, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lorain, OH
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lorain, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Lorain, OH

Average UV index in January - Lorain, OH
  • 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
Lorain, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Lorain, OH

Average visibility in January - Lorain, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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