January weather forecast
Colchester, CT

Share

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Colchester, Connecticut, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

Colchester experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a minimum of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In Colchester, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Colchester, during January, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.9 rainfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colchester are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.3 snowfall days, and 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Colchester, Connecticut, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

How cold is January in Colchester?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Colchester, is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Colchester, in January, during 4.9 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Colchester, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colchester have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Colchester, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Colchester, CT

Average temperature in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Colchester, CT

Average pressure in January - Colchester, 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
Colchester, CT

Average wind speed in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Colchester, CT

Average humidity in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Colchester, CT

Average rainfall in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Colchester, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Colchester, CT

Average snowfall in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Colchester, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Colchester, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Colchester, CT

Average UV index in January - Colchester, CT
  • 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
Colchester, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Colchester, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Colchester, CT

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

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

Colchester, Connecticut, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location