January weather forecast
Worcester, MA

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Weather in January

January represents the very heart of the winter season in Worcester, Massachusetts. The city faces a stark contrast between hourly sunshine duration of 4.9 hours and periods of snowfall accounting for 4.41" (112mm). The arrival of New Year is often celebrated amidst the spectacle of wintry landscapes, glowing in the diminished daylight. Lingering icy winds are a staple of Worcester's weather this month. Hence, locals and tourists alike are advised to step outside with appropriate winter gear.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is Worcester's coldest month.

Humidity

In Worcester, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Worcester, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.1 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Worcester?

Worcester reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 30.9°F (-0.6°C) at the peak and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Worcester, is 30.9°F (-0.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Worcester, Massachusetts, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Worcester, in January, during 8.9 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Worcester have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Worcester, 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
Worcester, MA

Average temperature in January - Worcester, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Worcester, MA

Average pressure in January - Worcester, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Worcester, MA

Average wind speed in January - Worcester, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Worcester, MA

Average humidity in January - Worcester, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Worcester, MA

Average rainfall in January - Worcester, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Worcester, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Worcester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Worcester, MA

Average snowfall in January - Worcester, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Worcester, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Worcester, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Worcester, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Worcester, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Worcester, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Worcester, MA

Average UV index in January - Worcester, 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
Worcester, MA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Worcester, MA

Average visibility in January - Worcester, 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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