January weather forecast
Winthrop, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Winthrop, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and max 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Winthrop, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.4 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Winthrop, during January, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Taking a dip in 41.5°F (5.3°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January stands out as Winthrop's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Winthrop, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Winthrop, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Winthrop, in January, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Winthrop, in January, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Winthrop, the average day length in January is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Winthrop have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Winthrop, MA

Average temperature in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Winthrop, MA

Average pressure in January - Winthrop, 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
Winthrop, MA

Average wind speed in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Winthrop, MA

Average humidity in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Winthrop, MA

Average rainfall in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.28"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Winthrop, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Winthrop, MA

Average snowfall in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Winthrop, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Winthrop, MA

Average sea temperature in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Winthrop, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Winthrop, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Winthrop, MA

Average UV index in January - Winthrop, 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
Winthrop, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Winthrop, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Winthrop, MA

Average visibility in January - Winthrop, 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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