January weather forecast
Peabody, MA

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Weather in January

Peabody in January is characterized by typical winter conditions, largely due to the colder weather following December. It's a period notable for its low temperatures, averaging from 23.4°F (-4.8°C) to 33.8°F (1°C). The month is marked by a considerable number of clouds, making the relatively short daylight hours of 9.5 hours feel even shorter. The city witnesses a substantial drop in wind speeds, contributing to a calm weather environment. Although not as wet as the peak rainy season, January sees significant snowfall, enhancing the wintery feel in Peabody.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year in Peabody is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Peabody, during January, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.9 rainfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Peabody, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Peabody, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 14.96" (380mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Peabody, 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 4:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5h.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 33.8°F (1°C) and the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Peabody, during January, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peabody have in January?

In Peabody, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Peabody, MA

Average pressure in January - Peabody, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Peabody, MA

Average wind speed in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Peabody, MA

Average humidity in January - Peabody, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Peabody, MA

Average rainfall in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Peabody, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Peabody, MA

Average snowfall in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Peabody, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Peabody, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Peabody, MA

Average UV index in January - Peabody, 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
Peabody, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Peabody, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Peabody, MA

Average visibility in January - Peabody, 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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