January weather forecast
Shelton, CT

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Weather in January

January portrays itself as the start of a freezing winter in Shelton, Connecticut with average high temperatures only reaching 34.7°F (1.5°C) and lows plummeting to 24.6°F (-4.1°C). After the festive season ends, this weather seems to set the perfect mood for some cozy indoor gatherings. The snowfall, touching 2.24" (57mm), creates a white blanket all over the city. The sun does not make a frequent appearance, making outdoor activities slightly unattractive. However, the weather allows for some attractive sightseeing and adds a refreshed glow to the city.

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 34.7°F (1.5°C) and lows at 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Shelton, during January, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Shelton. In Shelton, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with its average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In January, in Shelton, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Shelton, during January, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Shelton, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Shelton, 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.
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Average temperature in January
Shelton, CT

Average temperature in January - Shelton, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°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 (24.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Shelton, CT

Average pressure in January - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average wind speed in January - Shelton, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Shelton, CT

Average humidity in January - Shelton, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Shelton, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall in January - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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
Shelton, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shelton, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shelton, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Shelton, CT

Average UV index in January - Shelton, 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
Shelton, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Shelton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

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

Average visibility in January
Shelton, CT

Average visibility in January - Shelton, 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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