January weather forecast
West Barnstable, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Barnstable, Massachusetts, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Barnstable, in January, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.6 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

West Barnstable's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

How cold is January?

In West Barnstable, in January, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In West Barnstable, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in West Barnstable in January?

In West Barnstable, in January, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In West Barnstable, in January, during 6.6 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In West Barnstable, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in West Barnstable?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Barnstable have in January?

In West Barnstable, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Barnstable?

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 intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average temperature in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average pressure in January - West Barnstable, 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
West Barnstable, MA

Average wind speed in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average humidity in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average rainfall days in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.63"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average snowfall days in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average sunshine days in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.8 days).

Average UV index in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average UV index in January - West Barnstable, 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
West Barnstable, MA

Average cloud cover in January - West Barnstable, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
West Barnstable, MA

Average visibility in January - West Barnstable, 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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