January weather forecast
Medford, MA

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Weather in January

Typically, the month of January in Medford, Massachusetts is characterized by relatively cold temperatures, frequent cloud coverage, and the occasional snowfall. In comparison to December, January possesses a slightly lower average temperature, which dips as low as 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and seldom rises higher than 33.6°F (0.9°C). An increased prevalence of snowfall can also be observed within this month, reinforcing its image as a moist and cold month. Come February, however, the weather shows minor changes. While snowfall and frost continue to dominate, a gradual increase in temperature heralds the slow approach of Spring.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Medford, Massachusetts, in January, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.2 rainfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout January, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. In Medford, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

During the coldest month in Medford, January, temperatures average a high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is January?

In January, in Medford, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Medford?

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Medford, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Medford, during January, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Medford have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Medford, MA

Average temperature in January - Medford, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Medford, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Medford, MA

Average wind speed in January - Medford, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Medford, MA

Average humidity in January - Medford, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Medford, MA

Average rainfall in January - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in January
Medford, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Medford, MA

Average snowfall in January - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Medford, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Medford, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Medford, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Medford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (22.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Medford, MA

Average UV index in January - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Medford, 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
Medford, MA

Average visibility in January - Medford, 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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