January weather forecast
Clinton, CT

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Weather in January

Persistently cold and often damp are two main characteristics of the January weather in Clinton, Connecticut. It introduces the new year with a blend of frequent snowfall and high relative humidity, often touching 74%. Daylight is somewhat short, with only 9.6 hours on average to enjoy the sparkling snow. On the other hand, the clear visibility of 6 miles offers picturesque winter sceneries against the backdrop of snow-capped trees. Interestingly, the month exhibits generally consistent climatic conditions in relation to later winter months.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Clinton is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, in Clinton, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.2 snowfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Clinton, Connecticut, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.4°F (5.2°C).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 41.4°F (5.2°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Clinton, Connecticut, is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January in Clinton, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Clinton, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Clinton?

January proves to be the coldest month in Clinton, recording an average maximum temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

How cold is it in Clinton in January?

Clinton in January has an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Clinton?

The average relative humidity in January in Clinton, Connecticut, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Clinton?

In January, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Clinton?

In January, in Clinton, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Clinton?

In January, the average ocean temperature in Clinton is 41.4°F (5.2°C). Swimming in 41.4°F (5.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Clinton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Clinton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clinton, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clinton have in January?

In Clinton, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Clinton?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Clinton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Clinton, CT

Average temperature in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Clinton, CT

Average pressure in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Clinton, CT

Average wind speed in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Clinton, CT

Average humidity in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Clinton, CT

Average rainfall in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Clinton, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Clinton, CT

Average snowfall in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Clinton, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Clinton, CT

Average sea temperature in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.5°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Clinton, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Clinton, CT
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Clinton, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Clinton, CT

Average UV index in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Clinton, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Clinton, CT

Average visibility in January - Clinton, CT
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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