January weather forecast
Marion, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Marion, Massachusetts, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Marion, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Marion, during January, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Marion, Massachusetts, in January, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Marion, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).
Note: Taking a dip in 41.4°F (5.2°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Marion, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is it in Marion in January?

Marion in January has an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January?

In Marion, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.4°F (5.2°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Marion have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Marion, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Marion, MA

Average temperature in January - Marion, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Marion, MA

Average pressure in January - Marion, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Marion, MA

Average wind speed in January - Marion, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Marion, MA

Average humidity in January - Marion, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Marion, MA

Average rainfall in January - Marion, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Marion, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Marion, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Marion, MA

Average snowfall in January - Marion, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Marion, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Marion, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Marion, MA

Average sea temperature in January - Marion, MA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Marion, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Marion, MA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Marion, MA

Average UV index in January - Marion, 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
Marion, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Marion, MA

Average visibility in January - Marion, 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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