January weather forecast
Southfield, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Southfield, Massachusetts, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and max 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) to a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Southfield, in January, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Southfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.3 days and aggregates up to 29.17" (741mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In Southfield, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Southfield, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Southfield, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Southfield, Massachusetts, during January, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Southfield, during January, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Southfield have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Southfield?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Southfield, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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
Southfield, MA

Average temperature in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Southfield, MA

Average pressure in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"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
Southfield, MA

Average wind speed in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Southfield, MA

Average humidity in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Southfield, MA

Average rainfall in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Southfield, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Southfield, MA

Average snowfall in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Southfield, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Southfield, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Southfield, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Southfield, MA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Southfield, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Southfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Southfield, MA

Average visibility in January - Southfield, 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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