January weather forecast
Peterborough, NH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Peterborough, New Hampshire, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is 83%.

Rainfall

In Peterborough, New Hampshire, during January, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Peterborough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Peterborough are January through May, October through December. In Peterborough, in January, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Peterborough, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Peterborough, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Peterborough, New Hampshire. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Peterborough?

The coldest month in Peterborough is January, with an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is it in Peterborough in January?

The high-temperature in Peterborough during January is 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and the low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Peterborough?

In Peterborough, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Peterborough?

In Peterborough, New Hampshire, in January, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Peterborough?

In Peterborough, New Hampshire, in January, during 9 snowfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Peterborough?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Peterborough?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Peterborough, New Hampshire.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Peterborough?

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

Average temperature in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in January
Peterborough, NH

Average pressure in January - Peterborough, 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
Peterborough, NH

Average wind speed in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Peterborough, NH

Average humidity in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Peterborough, NH

Average rainfall in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in January
Peterborough, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Peterborough, NH

Average snowfall in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Peterborough, NH

Average snowfall days in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 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
Peterborough, NH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Peterborough, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Peterborough, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Peterborough, NH

Average UV index in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Peterborough, NH

Average cloud cover in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Peterborough, NH

Average visibility in January - Peterborough, NH
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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