January weather forecast
Holden, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Holden, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

In Holden, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Holden, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Holden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Holden, in January, during 8.9 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Holden, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) 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 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is January?

In Holden, 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Holden, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Holden, during January, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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 in Holden.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Holden, MA

Average temperature in January - Holden, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.9°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 (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Holden, MA

Average pressure in January - Holden, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Holden, MA

Average wind speed in January - Holden, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Holden, MA

Average humidity in January - Holden, 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
Holden, MA

Average rainfall in January - Holden, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Holden, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Holden, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Holden, MA

Average snowfall in January - Holden, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Holden, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Holden, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Holden, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Holden, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Holden, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Holden, MA

Average UV index in January - Holden, 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
Holden, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Holden, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Holden, MA

Average visibility in January - Holden, 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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