January weather forecast
Bennington, VT

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The beautiful mirrored view of the sky in Lake Paran in Bennington, Vermont
The beautiful mirrored view of the sky in Lake Paran in Bennington, Vermont

Weather in January

The city of Bennington, Vermont welcomes the new year with a winter chill. January sees a distinct drop in temperature with most days featuring snowfall. The city goes through the coldest period of the year with temperatures averaging at 27°F (-2.8°C) for highs and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) for lows. In the mean time, continuous snow accumulation reaches 10.51" (267mm) with 17 days of snowfall. When bundled up properly, residents can still enjoy the Vermont winter landscape under 9.4 hours of daylight.

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Bennington is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bennington, in January, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 17 days. Throughout January, 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bennington, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.4 days and aggregates up to 44.72" (1136mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, in Bennington, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Bennington, is 27°F (-2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Bennington, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Bennington, in January, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bennington, in January, during 17 snowfall days, 10.51" (267mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Bennington, the average day length in January is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Bennington, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Bennington, VT

Average temperature in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Bennington, VT

Average pressure in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bennington, VT

Average wind speed in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Bennington, VT

Average humidity in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

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

Average rainfall in January
Bennington, VT

Average rainfall in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.44").

Average rainfall days in January
Bennington, VT

Average rainfall days in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bennington, VT

Average snowfall in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average snowfall in January: 10.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bennington, VT

Average snowfall days in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bennington, VT
  • 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bennington, VT

Average sunshine days in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Bennington, VT

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Bennington, VT

Average cloud cover in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Bennington, VT

Average visibility in January - Bennington, VT
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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