January weather forecast
Quincy, MA

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A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts
A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts

Weather in January

January in Quincy, Massachusetts is characterized by its frosty weather with the mercury dropping to as low as 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Thick woolens are necessary as brisk cold winds whiz through the city at speeds of about 9.7mph (15.6km/h). The area witnesses some snowfall activity, and sunlight is sparse to counterbalance the winter chills. Despite the frosty conditions, the city's beauty shines through its snow-blanketed roads and parks.

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Quincy, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Quincy, during January, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Quincy, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Quincy's January weather reaches an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Quincy, records 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Quincy?

In Quincy, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Quincy, during January, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Quincy, in January, during 4.6 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Quincy, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Quincy, Massachusetts, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Quincy, MA

Average temperature in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Quincy, MA

Average pressure in January - Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA

Average wind speed in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Quincy, MA

Average humidity in January - Quincy, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Quincy, MA

Average snowfall in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Quincy, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Quincy, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Quincy, 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: 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Quincy, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Quincy, MA

Average UV index in January - Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Quincy, 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 33).

Average visibility in January
Quincy, MA

Average visibility in January - Quincy, 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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