January weather forecast
Franconia, NH

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The scenic White Mountain National Forest in the iconic Franconia Notch State Park, New Hampshire
The scenic White Mountain National Forest in the iconic Franconia Notch State Park, New Hampshire

Weather in January

The turn of the new year brings to Franconia cold temperatures and a mix of snow and rain. With low temperatures reaching 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and a significant snowfall event of 3.98" (101mm), residents suit up in warm layers. Comparatively, the preceding month of December tends to be milder and less snowy. Keep in mind, outdoor activities may be impacted by reduced daylight hours and visibility. The town becomes an alluring place for winter enthusiasts who prioritize cold weather experiences.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and a low temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franconia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.7 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Franconia's January weather reaches an average high of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Franconia, is 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Franconia, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Franconia, in January, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Franconia, in January, during 20.4 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Franconia have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Franconia is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Franconia?

The months with the lowest UV index in Franconia are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from 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
Franconia, NH

Average temperature in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Franconia, NH

Average pressure in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Franconia, NH

Average wind speed in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Franconia, NH

Average humidity in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Franconia, NH

Average rainfall in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Franconia, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Franconia, NH

Average snowfall in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Franconia, NH

Average snowfall days in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Franconia, NH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Franconia, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Franconia, NH

Average UV index in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Franconia, NH

Average cloud cover in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Franconia, NH

Average visibility in January - Franconia, NH
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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