January weather forecast
Wilton, CT

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Wilton, Connecticut, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Wilton's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and lows of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Wilton, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Wilton 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Wilton, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Wilton, Connecticut, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Wilton, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wilton have in January?

In Wilton, the average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

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

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 reading in January in Wilton?

In Wilton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wilton, CT

Average temperature in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
Wilton, CT

Average pressure in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.05"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
Wilton, CT

Average wind speed in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Wilton, CT

Average humidity in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, June, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Wilton, CT

Average rainfall in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.44").

Average rainfall days in January
Wilton, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wilton, CT

Average snowfall in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wilton, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 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
Wilton, CT

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

Average sunshine days in January
Wilton, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Wilton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Wilton, CT

Average UV index in January - Wilton, 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
Wilton, CT

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

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

Average visibility in January
Wilton, CT

Average visibility in January - Wilton, 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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