January weather forecast
Greenfield, MA

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Weather in January

January in Greenfield, Massachusetts ushers in the New Year with its coldest temperatures. The climate typically sees lows dipping to 16.5°F (-8.6°C) while highs average 29.5°F (-1.4°C). As it lays a snowy blanket over the city, activities shift inside to enjoy the warmth. Compared to February, less snowfall occurs, and sunshine hours are slightly shorter. The city becomes a winter wonderland, providing great opportunities for photography or sipping hot cocoa by the fire.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C), is Greenfield's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Greenfield, in January, during 10.3 snowfall days, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 24.53" (623mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Greenfield, Massachusetts, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Greenfield, records 29.5°F (-1.4°C), while the low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Greenfield, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Greenfield, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Greenfield, the average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenfield have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Greenfield, MA

Average temperature in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Greenfield, MA

Average pressure in January - Greenfield, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Greenfield, MA

Average wind speed in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

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

Average humidity in January
Greenfield, MA

Average humidity in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Greenfield, MA

Average rainfall in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Greenfield, MA

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Greenfield, MA

Average snowfall in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Greenfield, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Greenfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Greenfield, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Greenfield, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Greenfield, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Greenfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Greenfield, MA

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

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

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