January weather forecast
Malden, MA

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Weather in January

Leading off weather in Malden, Massachusetts, January ushers in the new year with a blast of cold air. Typically characterized by brief periods of winter wonderland conditions, it is the start of the snowy season. The city experiences the highest snowfall of about 4.02" (102mm) coupled with the highest snowfall days, about 7.6 days. The daylight hours are somewhat limited, ensuring ample time for the snow to sparkle under the city lights. Winds at a speed of 9.8mph (15.8km/h) usher in a chilly breeze, marking the start of winter.

Temperature

January, with an average high of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

In Malden, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Malden, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Malden, during January, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Malden, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is January?

In Malden, in January, the average high-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Malden, in January, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Malden, MA

Average temperature in January - Malden, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Malden, MA

Average pressure in January - Malden, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Malden, MA

Average wind speed in January - Malden, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Malden, MA

Average humidity in January - Malden, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Malden, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Malden, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Malden, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Malden, MA

Average snowfall in January - Malden, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Malden, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Malden, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Malden, 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: 5h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Malden, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Malden, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Malden, MA

Average UV index in January - Malden, 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
Malden, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Malden, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Malden, MA

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

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

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