January weather forecast
Dracut, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dracut, Massachusetts, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and max 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Dracut's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dracut, in January, during 8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dracut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout January, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dracut, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 21.61" (549mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dracut, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, recording an average high temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C), is Dracut's coldest month.

How cold is January in Dracut?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Dracut, is 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Dracut, Massachusetts, in January, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Dracut, Massachusetts, during January, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dracut have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Dracut, Massachusetts, 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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dracut, MA

Average temperature in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average pressure in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average wind speed in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average humidity in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average rainfall in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average snowfall in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average UV index in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Dracut, 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
Dracut, MA

Average visibility in January - Dracut, 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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