January weather forecast
Jefferson, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Jefferson, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In Jefferson, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.1 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 24.45" (621mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Jefferson is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Jefferson's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is it in Jefferson in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Jefferson, is 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Jefferson, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

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

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

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.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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.

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 risk 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
Jefferson, MA

Average temperature in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average pressure in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average wind speed in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average humidity in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average rainfall in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average snowfall in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

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

Average sunshine days in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average UV index in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, MA

Average visibility in January - Jefferson, 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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