January weather forecast
Russell, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Russell, Massachusetts, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

Russell's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) to a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

In Russell, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Russell, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Russell, in January, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.26" (159mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 34.45" (875mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Russell, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in January is 4.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January stands out as Russell's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Russell, the average high-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Russell, in January, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Russell, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months 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 Russell, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Russell, MA

Average temperature in January - Russell, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Russell, MA

Average pressure in January - Russell, 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
Russell, MA

Average wind speed in January - Russell, 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
Russell, MA

Average humidity in January - Russell, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Russell, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Russell, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Russell, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Russell, MA

Average snowfall in January - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Russell, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Russell, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Russell, 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 3min

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: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Russell, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Russell, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Russell, MA

Average UV index in January - Russell, 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 January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Russell, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Russell, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Russell, MA

Average visibility in January - Russell, 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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