January weather forecast
Hampstead, NH

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Weather in January

Winters in Hampstead, New Hampshire, start in full swing with January bringing cold temperatures and often being the month with significant snowfall. The month tends to hold tightly onto the chill of winter, making it one of the coldest times of the year. This period is characterized by its brisk winds gusting up to 15.5mph (24.9km/h), higher than any other month. Despite the challenging conditions, there are still plenty of daylight hours, allowing residents to enjoy the winter landscapes. Overall, January's weather is marked by its significant cold, high winds, and increased snowfall.

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hampstead, in January, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hampstead, New Hampshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hampstead, during January, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Hampstead, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Hampstead 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 in Hampstead. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Hampstead, is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Hampstead, in January, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Hampstead have in January?

In Hampstead, the average day length in January is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hampstead have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Hampstead, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hampstead, NH

Average temperature in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Hampstead, NH
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hampstead, NH

Average wind speed in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Hampstead, NH

Average humidity in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Hampstead, NH

Average rainfall in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Hampstead, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hampstead, NH

Average snowfall in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Hampstead, NH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hampstead, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Hampstead, NH

Average UV index in January - Hampstead, NH
  • 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
Hampstead, NH

Average cloud cover in January - Hampstead, NH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Hampstead, NH

Average visibility in January - Hampstead, NH
  • 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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