January weather - Winter 2025

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

The cityscape of the scenic Wilkes - Barre, Pennsylvania

Weather in January

January in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania starts the year with chilly weather, where the cold reigns supreme. Accumulated snowfall of 2.28" (58mm) over nearly 14 days is common, marking characteristic snowy landscapes of this Northeastern US city. Despite the short days with sunlight making an appearance for only about 3.7 hours in a day, locals and tourists enjoy winter activities. The average wind speed of 8mph (12.9km/h) is also something to take into account when planning outdoor excursions. Typically, January is seen as a true winter month, with temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions aligning to create a typical cold weather experience.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wilkes-Barre, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Wilkes-Barre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wilkes-Barre, in January, during 13.7 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, are January and February, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a minimum average of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is January?

In Wilkes-Barre, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Wilkes-Barre, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Wilkes-Barre, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Wilkes-Barre, in January, during 13.7 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Wilkes-Barre have in January?

In Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Wilkes-Barre, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

36.9°F 2.7°C

30.6°F -0.8°C

34.5°F 1.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.3mph 13.4km/h

8.6mph 13.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.7

14.3

11.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

60%

61%

Average visibility

5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

Average low temperature in January: 18.7°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average pressure in January: 30.08"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
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average humidity in January: 82%

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

Average rainfall in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average snowfall in January: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average snowfall days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wilkes-Barre, 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 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Wilkes-Barre, 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
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Wilkes-Barre, PA

Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

January weather forecast
Wilkes-Barre, PA

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