January weather forecast
Stafford, CT

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Weather in January

Winter customarily sets the stage in Stafford, Connecticut in January, as one might expect, with snowfall occurrences and temperatures descending. The lower end of the temperature range dips to 19.8°F (-6.8°C), a harbinger of the chilly season ahead. There is a discernible decrease in daylight as well, contributing to the frosty allure of the town. As the new year begins, high relative humidities alongside minimum sunny days create an atmosphere of chilly gloom. The winds at this time, though not exceptionally high, seem sharper due to the low temperatures.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively, January is Stafford's coldest month.

Humidity

In Stafford, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stafford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.6 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Stafford. In Stafford, Connecticut, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stafford, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Stafford's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Stafford, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Stafford, in January, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Stafford have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stafford have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Stafford is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Stafford, CT

Average temperature in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Stafford, CT

Average pressure in January - Stafford, 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
Stafford, CT

Average wind speed in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Stafford, CT

Average humidity in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Stafford, CT

Average rainfall in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June and July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in January
Stafford, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Stafford, CT

Average snowfall in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Stafford, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

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
Stafford, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Stafford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Stafford, CT

Average UV index in January - Stafford, 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
Stafford, CT

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Stafford, CT

Average visibility in January - Stafford, 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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