January weather forecast
Merrimack, NH

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Weather in January

January for Merrimack, New Hampshire tends to reveal a winter's firm grip with a moderate level of precipitation. Amid this month, the city also experiences shorter daylight hours, typically amounting to approximately 9.4 hours. In January, temperatures generally range from a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to a low of 18°F (-7.8°C). Heavy clothing is a must while venturing outdoors, due to the cold winds sweeping across the city. It's a season associated with quiet, frost-covered mornings.

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and lows at 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Merrimack, New Hampshire, is 80%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Merrimack. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Merrimack are January through May, October through December. In Merrimack, in January, during 7.1 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Merrimack, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Merrimack is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Merrimack 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 Merrimack. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Merrimack?

Merrimack, New Hampshire, records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is January in Merrimack?

In Merrimack, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Merrimack?

The average relative humidity in January in Merrimack is 80%.

What is the driest month in Merrimack?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Merrimack in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Merrimack?

In January, in Merrimack, New Hampshire, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Merrimack?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Merrimack?

On the first day of January in Merrimack, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Merrimack have in January?

In Merrimack, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Merrimack?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Merrimack?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Merrimack is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Merrimack, NH

Average temperature in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°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 (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in January
Merrimack, NH

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

Average wind speed in January
Merrimack, NH

Average wind speed in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Merrimack, NH

Average humidity in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Merrimack, NH

Average rainfall in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Merrimack, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Merrimack, NH

Average snowfall in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Merrimack, NH

Average snowfall days in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Merrimack, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Merrimack, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Merrimack, NH

Average UV index in January - Merrimack, 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
Merrimack, NH

Average cloud cover in January - Merrimack, NH
  • 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 33).

Average visibility in January
Merrimack, NH

Average visibility in January - Merrimack, NH
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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