January weather forecast
Osterville, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Osterville, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Osterville, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Osterville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.2 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. In Osterville, Massachusetts, in January, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Osterville, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 41.5°F (5.3°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With its average high temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Osterville, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Osterville, in January, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Osterville have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Osterville is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Osterville, MA

Average temperature in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Osterville, MA

Average pressure in January - Osterville, 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
Osterville, MA

Average wind speed in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Osterville, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Osterville, MA

Average rainfall in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Osterville, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Osterville, MA

Average snowfall in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Osterville, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Osterville, MA

Average sea temperature in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Osterville, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Osterville, MA

Average UV index in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Osterville, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Osterville, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Osterville, MA

Average visibility in January - Osterville, 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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