January weather forecast
Chesterfield, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Chesterfield, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), is Chesterfield's coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, during January, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Chesterfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Chesterfield, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chesterfield, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Chesterfield, records 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Chesterfield, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Chesterfield, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Chesterfield, the average day length in January is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Chesterfield, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index in Chesterfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average temperature in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Chesterfield, MA

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

Average wind speed in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average wind speed in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average humidity in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average rainfall in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average snowfall in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average UV index in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

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

Average visibility in January
Chesterfield, MA

Average visibility in January - Chesterfield, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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