January weather forecast
Kensington, CT

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Kensington, Connecticut, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°F (-6°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Kensington's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and lows of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kensington, in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Kensington. In Kensington, in January, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kensington, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 17.2" (437mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kensington, Connecticut, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In Kensington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Kensington?

In Kensington, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 33.3°F (0.7°C) at the peak and 21.2°F (-6°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January in Kensington?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Kensington, is 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Kensington?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kensington?

In Kensington, Connecticut, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Kensington?

In Kensington, during January, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kensington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kensington, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kensington have in January?

In Kensington, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Kensington?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kensington, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Kensington, CT

Average temperature in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Kensington, CT

Average pressure in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"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
Kensington, CT

Average wind speed in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Kensington, CT

Average humidity in January - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

Average rainfall in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in January
Kensington, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kensington, CT

Average snowfall in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kensington, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kensington, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kensington, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Kensington, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Kensington, CT

Average UV index in January - Kensington, 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
Kensington, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Kensington, CT

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

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

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