January weather forecast
Sterling, CT

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Sterling, Connecticut, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Sterling is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Sterling, in January, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sterling, there are 29.7 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Sterling, Connecticut, is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Sterling is 5.1h.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Sterling?

In Sterling, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

How cold is it in Sterling in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Sterling, records 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Sterling?

The average relative humidity in January in Sterling, Connecticut, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Sterling in January?

In Sterling, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sterling in January?

In January, in Sterling, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in January?

In Sterling, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sterling?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Sterling?

In Sterling, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sterling?

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 Sterling?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Sterling, Connecticut, 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 temperature in January
Sterling, CT

Average temperature in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Sterling, CT

Average pressure in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"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
Sterling, CT

Average wind speed in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Sterling, CT

Average humidity in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, June, July and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Sterling, CT

Average rainfall in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Sterling, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sterling, CT

Average snowfall in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sterling, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Sterling, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sterling, CT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sterling, CT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Sterling, CT

Average UV index in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Sterling, CT

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

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

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