January weather forecast
Prospect, CT

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Prospect, Connecticut, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Prospect reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 33.4°F (0.8°C) at the peak and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout January, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Prospect, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.2 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With its average high temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Prospect, Connecticut, in January, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Prospect, Connecticut, during January, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from 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
Prospect, CT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Prospect, CT

Average pressure in January - Prospect, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"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
Prospect, CT

Average wind speed in January - Prospect, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Prospect, CT

Average humidity in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Prospect, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Prospect, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Prospect, CT

Average snowfall in January - Prospect, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Prospect, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Prospect, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Prospect, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Prospect, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Prospect, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Prospect, CT

Average UV index in January - Prospect, 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
Prospect, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Prospect, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Prospect, CT

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

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

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