January weather forecast
Sterling, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Sterling, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and max 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

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.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sterling, in January, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sterling, 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

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 31.5°F (-0.3°C) at the peak and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at the low.

How cold is it in January?

In Sterling, 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, 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 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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Sterling, MA

Average temperature in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average pressure in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average wind speed in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average humidity in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average rainfall in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average snowfall in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average UV index in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Sterling, 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
Sterling, MA

Average visibility in January - Sterling, 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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