January weather forecast
Danbury, CT

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Weather in January

Danbury, Connecticut, welcomes the new year with a white blanket of snow. Clear, cold days might be enlivened by light snowfall, accumulating up to 0.75" (19mm) over approximately five snowfall days. The daylight period is rather short in January, with a predominant mix of fog, clouds, and drizzle. However, a fresh winter wind sweeps through the city, making outdoor activities a chilly venture. The weather takes a turn, transitioning between a harsh January to a slightly milder February.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Danbury, Connecticut, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Danbury is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Danbury's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Danbury, in January, the average high-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Danbury?

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

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Danbury, CT

Average temperature in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Danbury, CT

Average pressure in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Danbury, CT

Average wind speed in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

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

Average humidity in January
Danbury, CT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Danbury, CT

Average rainfall in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Danbury, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Danbury, CT

Average snowfall in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Danbury, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Danbury, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Danbury, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Danbury, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Danbury, CT

Average UV index in January - Danbury, 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
Danbury, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Danbury, CT

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

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

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