January weather forecast
Thompson, CT

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Thompson, Connecticut, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Thompson is 78%.

Rainfall

In Thompson, in January, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thompson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. In Thompson, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thompson, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January in Thompson, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Thompson, the average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Thompson's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) to a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Thompson, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in Thompson in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Thompson have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thompson have in January?

In Thompson, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Thompson, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Thompson, CT

Average temperature in January - Thompson, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in January
Thompson, CT

Average pressure in January - Thompson, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Thompson, CT

Average wind speed in January - Thompson, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Thompson, CT

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Thompson, CT

Average rainfall in January - Thompson, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Thompson, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Thompson, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Thompson, CT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Thompson, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Thompson, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

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

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Thompson, 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: 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
Thompson, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Thompson, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Thompson, CT

Average UV index in January - Thompson, 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
Thompson, CT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Thompson, CT

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

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

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