January weather forecast
Wales, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Wales, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

In Wales, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wales, in January, during 7.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wales, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wales, in January, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wales, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 19.53" (496mm) 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 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wales, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Wales, records 31.3°F (-0.4°C), while the low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Wales, during January, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wales have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wales have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Wales?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Wales, MA

Average temperature in January - Wales, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in January
Wales, MA

Average pressure in January - Wales, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wales, MA

Average wind speed in January - Wales, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Wales, MA

Average humidity in January - Wales, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Wales, MA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Wales, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Wales, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wales, MA

Average snowfall in January - Wales, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wales, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Wales, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wales, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wales, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Wales, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Wales, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Wales, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Wales, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Wales, MA

Average visibility in January - Wales, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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