January weather forecast
South Duxbury, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in South Duxbury, Massachusetts, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In South Duxbury, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In South Duxbury, in January, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Duxbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.2 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In South Duxbury, in January, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21 snowfall days, and 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In South Duxbury, Massachusetts, in January, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Dipping in 41.5°F (5.3°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, known for its average high temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

In South Duxbury, in January, the average high-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In South Duxbury, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In South Duxbury, in January, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In South Duxbury, in January, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In South Duxbury, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January in South Duxbury?

The average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Duxbury have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in South Duxbury is 5h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In South Duxbury, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average temperature in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average pressure in January - South Duxbury, 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
South Duxbury, MA

Average wind speed in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 13mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average humidity in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average rainfall days in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average snowfall days in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average sea temperature in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Duxbury, 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 0min

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

Average sunshine days in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average sunshine days in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

Average UV index in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average UV index in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
South Duxbury, MA

Average cloud cover in January - South Duxbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
South Duxbury, MA

Average visibility in January - South Duxbury, 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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