January weather forecast
Chicopee, MA

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Weather in January

January in Chicopee, Massachusetts, USA generally experiences a typical winter climate. It exhibits the chilliest average temperatures compared to any other month, with a low averaging at 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and a high averaging at 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Snow usually blankets the city with a snowfall of 0.31" (8mm) across 4.3 days. As daylight duration remains comparatively short, the city gets only 9.5 hours of daylight on average. With cold temperatures, snow-laden landscapes, and short daylight hours, January offers a quintessential winter experience.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Chicopee, in January, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chicopee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 55.4 days and collects up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Chicopee, in January, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.3 snowfall days, and 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Chicopee 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, having an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

During January, Chicopee experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Chicopee, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Chicopee, in January, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chicopee have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Chicopee, MA

Average temperature in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Chicopee, MA

Average pressure in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"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
Chicopee, MA

Average wind speed in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Chicopee, MA

Average humidity in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in January
Chicopee, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.31"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Chicopee, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chicopee, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Chicopee, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Chicopee, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Chicopee, MA

Average UV index in January - Chicopee, 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
Chicopee, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Chicopee, 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 34).

Average visibility in January
Chicopee, MA

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

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

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