January weather forecast
Barre, VT

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Weather in January

January can be regarded as the peak of the winter season in Barre, Vermont with frequent snowfall measuring 11.57" (294mm). A thick layer of clouds often covers the sky and the cold winds blow persistently throughout the month. The sun remains for the shortest duration in the yearly cycle often hidden behind these clouds, giving the city a rather gloomy atmosphere. Be sure to bundle up in layers and brace for the cold, for it is indeed the harshest month temperature-wise. Driving conditions during this month can also be quite challenging due to poor visibility and slippery roads caused by the snowfall.

Temperature

Barre witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Barre are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Barre, Vermont, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Barre, Vermont, in January, snow falls for 22.3 days, with typically accumulated 11.57" (294mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 58.82" (1494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Barre, Vermont, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January in Barre, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Barre.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Barre are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Barre?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Barre, with averages ranging from a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) to a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

How cold is January in Barre?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Barre?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Barre?

The average relative humidity in January in Barre is 89%.

How many days does it rain in January in Barre?

In Barre, Vermont, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Barre?

In Barre, Vermont, in January, snow falls for 22.3 days, with typically accumulated 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

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

In Barre, Vermont, the average day length in January is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Barre?

On the first day of January in Barre, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Barre?

The months with the least sunshine in Barre are January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Barre have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Barre?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Barre?

In Barre, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. 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 temperature in January
Barre, VT

Average temperature in January - Barre, VT
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Barre, VT

Average pressure in January - Barre, VT
  • 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
Barre, VT

Average wind speed in January - Barre, VT
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Barre, VT

Average humidity in January - Barre, VT
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Barre, VT

Average rainfall in January - Barre, VT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Barre, VT

Average rainfall days in January - Barre, VT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Barre, VT

Average snowfall in January - Barre, VT
  • Average snowfall in January: 11.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Barre, VT

Average snowfall days in January - Barre, VT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Barre, VT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Barre, VT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Barre, VT

Average sunshine days in January - Barre, VT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Barre, VT

Average UV index in January - Barre, VT
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Barre, VT

Average cloud cover in January - Barre, VT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 74

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Barre, VT

Average visibility in January - Barre, VT
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

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

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