January weather forecast
Wolfeboro, NH

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A long wooden pier on the water, docking point for small boats and yachts on Lake Winnipesaukee in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire
A long wooden pier on the water, docking point for small boats and yachts on Lake Winnipesaukee in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire

Weather in January

The fresh start of the year in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, is quite chilly, with frosty temperatures prevailing. Distinctive characteristics include high relative humidity and substantial snowfall. January sets a particularly wintry scene with temperatures plunging to as low as 12.9°F (-10.6°C) and a generous snowfall of 7.36" (187mm). Residents and visitors should be well prepared for short, cold days and lengthy, icy nights. Wind speeds, although average, bring a further chill factor that should not be underestimated.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Wolfeboro, in January, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wolfeboro, in January, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.3 snowfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wolfeboro, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January in Wolfeboro?

In Wolfeboro, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Wolfeboro, in January, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Wolfeboro, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Wolfeboro, NH

Average temperature in January - Wolfeboro, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Wolfeboro, NH

Average pressure in January - Wolfeboro, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wolfeboro, NH

Average wind speed in January - Wolfeboro, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Wolfeboro, NH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Wolfeboro, NH

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Wolfeboro, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Wolfeboro, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wolfeboro, NH

Average snowfall in January - Wolfeboro, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wolfeboro, NH

Average snowfall days in January - Wolfeboro, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wolfeboro, 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: 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wolfeboro, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Wolfeboro, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Wolfeboro, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Wolfeboro, NH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Wolfeboro, NH

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

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

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