January weather forecast
Pelham, NH

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Weather in January

January in Pelham, New Hampshire, US, brings the chill of winter with average high temperatures reaching only 32.2°F (0.1°C) and lows dropping to 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The weather remains quite consistent through the month with snowfall occurring over 8.5 days, bringing in 3.46" (88mm) of snow. This cooler temperature marks a stark contrast to December's slightly milder weather. The relative humidity during this month tends to be high, contributing to the biting cold. Though the days are shortest, the city experiences around 5.1 hours of sunshine daily.

Temperature

Pelham's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pelham, during January, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Pelham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pelham, during January, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.9 snowfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Pelham, records 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Pelham, in January, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Pelham, in January, during 8.5 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Pelham have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Pelham, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January in Pelham?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Pelham, NH

Average temperature in January - Pelham, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Pelham, NH

Average pressure in January - Pelham, 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
Pelham, NH

Average wind speed in January - Pelham, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Pelham, NH

Average humidity in January - Pelham, 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
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall in January - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Pelham, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Pelham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pelham, NH

Average snowfall in January - Pelham, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pelham, NH

Average snowfall days in January - Pelham, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pelham, 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
Pelham, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Pelham, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Pelham, NH

Average UV index in January - Pelham, 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
Pelham, NH

Average cloud cover in January - Pelham, 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
Pelham, NH

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

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

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