January weather forecast
Plainfield, NH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Plainfield, New Hampshire, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, New Hampshire, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plainfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 26.06" (662mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plainfield, in January, during 16 snowfall days, 7.52" (191mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Plainfield, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.7 days and aggregates up to 35.67" (906mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Plainfield, the average sunshine in January is 3.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January in Plainfield is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Plainfield, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Plainfield, during January, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Plainfield have in January?

In Plainfield, the average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainfield have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Plainfield, NH

Average temperature in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Plainfield, NH

Average pressure in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Plainfield, NH

Average wind speed in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Plainfield, NH

Average humidity in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Plainfield, NH

Average rainfall in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Plainfield, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Plainfield, NH

Average snowfall in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Plainfield, NH

Average snowfall days in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Plainfield, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Plainfield, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Plainfield, NH

Average cloud cover in January - Plainfield, NH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Plainfield, NH

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

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

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