January weather forecast
Otis, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Otis, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) and an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) to a low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Otis, in January, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Otis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout January, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated. In Otis, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 38.74" (984mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Otis, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Otis?

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Otis, during January, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Otis, during January, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Otis have in January?

In January, the average day length in Otis is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Otis is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Otis?

January through March, October through 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 Otis, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Otis, MA

Average temperature in January - Otis, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Otis, MA

Average pressure in January - Otis, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Otis, MA

Average wind speed in January - Otis, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Otis, MA

Average humidity in January - Otis, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Otis, MA

Average rainfall in January - Otis, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in January
Otis, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Otis, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Otis, MA

Average snowfall in January - Otis, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Otis, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Otis, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Otis, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Otis, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Otis, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Otis, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Otis, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Otis, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Otis, MA

Average visibility in January - Otis, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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