January weather forecast
Niantic, CT

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Weather in January

Niantic, Connecticut experiences chilly weather in January, dominated by cold, crisp winds. Cloud coverage is common, contributing to a noticeable reduction in daylight hours. It isn't unusual to witness snowfall at this time, painting the landscape a gleaming white. January is typically characterized by a brisk wind blowing at an average of 11.9mph (19.2km/h). With the relative humidity of 74%, the cold factor becomes quite prominent.

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Niantic, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Niantic, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.8 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Niantic, during January, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Niantic, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 7.68" (195mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).
Note: Swimming in 41.9°F (5.5°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What are the least humid months in Niantic?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Niantic is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Niantic, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). Swimming in 41.9°F (5.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Niantic have in January?

In Niantic, the average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Niantic, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Niantic, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Niantic, CT

Average temperature in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Niantic, CT

Average pressure in January - Niantic, 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
Niantic, CT

Average wind speed in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Niantic, CT

Average humidity in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Niantic, CT

Average rainfall in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Niantic, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Niantic, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Niantic, CT

Average sea temperature in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Niantic, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Niantic, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Niantic, CT

Average UV index in January - Niantic, 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
Niantic, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Niantic, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Niantic, CT

Average visibility in January - Niantic, 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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