January weather forecast
Plainfield, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Plainfield, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and a low-temperature average of 14.7°F (-9.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Plainfield, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.8 rainfall days, and 37.28" (947mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Plainfield, in January, during 14.4 snowfall days, 8.07" (205mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.7 snowfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Plainfield, Massachusetts, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In Plainfield, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is Plainfield's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and lows of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

How cold is January in Plainfield?

During January, Plainfield experiences an average high-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Plainfield, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Plainfield, Massachusetts, in January, snow falls for 14.4 days, with typically accumulated 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Plainfield, 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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Plainfield, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Plainfield, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Plainfield, MA

Average temperature in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Plainfield, MA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Plainfield, MA

Average wind speed in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Plainfield, MA

Average humidity in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Plainfield, MA

Average rainfall in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in January
Plainfield, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Plainfield, MA

Average snowfall in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Plainfield, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Plainfield, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Plainfield, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Plainfield, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Plainfield, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Plainfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Plainfield, MA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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