January Weather in Central Park

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Central Park, United States, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 6°C (43°F). Highs can soar to 12°C (55°F), while lows may dip to -2°C (29°F). Typically, the humidity level in Central Park throughout January hovers around 86%.

-2°C (29°F)

Minimum temperature

6°C (43°F)

Average temperature

12°C (55°F)

Maximum temperature

86%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Central Park averages 255 mm (10.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 8 hours 59 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 2 hours 45 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 12% probability of sunny days during this period.

255 mm (10.0 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

2 hours 45 minutes

Sunshine hours

12%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Central Park reaches a maximum of 2, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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