January weather forecast
South Lancaster, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Lancaster, Massachusetts, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In South Lancaster, in January, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Lancaster, in January, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:58 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With an average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

During January, South Lancaster experiences an average high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In South Lancaster, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In South Lancaster, in January, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in South Lancaster, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in South Lancaster are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
South Lancaster, MA

Average temperature in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average pressure in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average wind speed in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average humidity in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall days in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall days in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Lancaster, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average sunshine days in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average UV index in January - South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, MA

Average cloud cover in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average visibility in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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