January weather forecast
Middletown, CT

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Weather in January

The depth of winter grips Middletown, Connecticut with cold, snowy weather characteristic of January. The region experiences a notable shift from the sunny December days to a cloudier atmosphere, resulting in a decrease in average daily sunlight to 4.9 hours. Humidity increases, making the already cold air feel even colder on the skin. Unfortunately, outdoor visibility drops, making January not the ideal time for sightseeing. The city experiences the lowest recorded temperatures in the year, with temperatures plunging to an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and rising only up to 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Temperature records in Middletown mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 34°F (1.1°C) and lows at 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Middletown, in January, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In Middletown, Connecticut, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Middletown, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Middletown is 4.9h.

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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Middletown?

The lowest temperatures in Middletown are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

How cold is it in Middletown in January?

In Middletown, 34°F (1.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Middletown?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Middletown?

In Middletown, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Middletown in January?

In Middletown, during January, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Middletown?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Middletown, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Middletown have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Middletown?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Middletown, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Middletown, CT

Average temperature in January - Middletown, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°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 (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Middletown, CT

Average pressure in January - Middletown, 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
Middletown, CT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Middletown, CT

Average humidity in January - Middletown, 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
Middletown, CT

Average rainfall in January - Middletown, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Middletown, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Middletown, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Middletown, CT

Average snowfall in January - Middletown, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Middletown, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Middletown, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Middletown, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Middletown, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Middletown, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Middletown, CT

Average UV index in January - Middletown, 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
Middletown, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Middletown, CT

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

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

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