January weather forecast
Chelmsford, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a minimum average of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Chelmsford, in January, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chelmsford, Massachusetts, in January, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. In Chelmsford, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 21.61" (549mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Chelmsford, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

During the coldest month in Chelmsford, January, temperatures average a high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

Chelmsford in January has an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Chelmsford, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Chelmsford, in January, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chelmsford have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Chelmsford, MA

Average temperature in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.5°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.9°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 (19.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average pressure in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average wind speed in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average humidity in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average rainfall in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average snowfall in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.2 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 and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average UV index in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • 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
Chelmsford, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Chelmsford, MA

Average visibility in January - Chelmsford, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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