January weather forecast
New Canaan, CT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in New Canaan, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.1°F (1.7°C) and min 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in New Canaan is January, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in New Canaan. In New Canaan, Connecticut, in January, during 7.8 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Canaan, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 11.65" (296mm) of snow.

Daylight

In New Canaan, Connecticut, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January in New Canaan, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in New Canaan is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in New Canaan are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in New Canaan?

New Canaan witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

How cold is January in New Canaan?

The high-temperature, in January, in New Canaan, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in New Canaan?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in New Canaan?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in New Canaan?

In New Canaan, Connecticut, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in New Canaan in January?

In New Canaan, in January, during 7.8 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in New Canaan?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in New Canaan?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Canaan have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in New Canaan is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Canaan?

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

How high is the UV index in January in New Canaan?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in New Canaan, 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 temperature in January
New Canaan, CT

Average temperature in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
New Canaan, CT

Average pressure in January - New Canaan, 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
New Canaan, CT

Average wind speed in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
New Canaan, CT

Average humidity in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, June, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
New Canaan, CT

Average rainfall in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.44").

Average rainfall days in January
New Canaan, CT

Average rainfall days in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
New Canaan, CT

Average snowfall in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
New Canaan, CT

Average snowfall days in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 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, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Canaan, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - New Canaan, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
New Canaan, CT

Average sunshine days in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
New Canaan, CT

Average UV index in January - New Canaan, 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
New Canaan, CT

Average cloud cover in January - New Canaan, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
New Canaan, CT

Average visibility in January - New Canaan, 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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