January weather forecast
Whately, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Whately, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

Whately experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whately, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whately, Massachusetts, during January, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow. In Whately, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 23.07" (586mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January through March, October through 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Whately, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Whately, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in Whately in January?

In Whately, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Whately, in January, during 10 snowfall days, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is typically 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whately have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Whately, MA

Average temperature in January - Whately, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Whately, MA

Average pressure in January - Whately, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whately, MA

Average wind speed in January - Whately, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Whately, MA

Average humidity in January - Whately, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Whately, MA

Average rainfall in January - Whately, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Whately, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Whately, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whately, MA

Average snowfall in January - Whately, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whately, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Whately, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whately, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whately, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Whately, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Whately, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Whately, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Whately, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Whately, MA

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

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

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