January weather forecast
Oil City, PA

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Weather in January

During January, snow covers Oil City, Pennsylvania, with an accumulation of 10.83" (275mm), the highest throughout the year. This winter month finds temperatures dipping considerably compared to the warmer December, and lighter attire is left behind in favor of heavier garments. Persistent cloud cover and reduced sunshine hours mark the arrival of the winter season. This month also features lesser daylight hours, and the UV Index dips to a low. The start of the year is characterized principally by frosty weather, a sharp contrast to the milder conditions in the later parts of the year.

Temperature

In Oil City, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In Oil City, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.7 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 10.83" (275mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Oil City, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January stands out as Oil City's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Oil City, is 30°F (-1.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How much does it rain in Oil City in January?

In Oil City, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 10.83" (275mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Oil City, in January, snow falls for 21.3 days, with typically accumulated 10.83" (275mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oil City have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Oil City have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.3h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Oil City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Oil City, PA

Average temperature in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Oil City, PA

Average pressure in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Oil City, PA

Average wind speed in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Oil City, PA

Average humidity in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Oil City, PA

Average rainfall in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in January
Oil City, PA

Average rainfall days in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oil City, PA

Average snowfall in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oil City, PA

Average snowfall days in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oil City, PA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oil City, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oil City, PA

Average sunshine days in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Oil City, PA

Average UV index in January - Oil City, 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
Oil City, PA

Average cloud cover in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Oil City, PA

Average visibility in January - Oil City, PA
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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