January weather forecast
Manchester, VT

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Weather in January

Manchester, Vermont experiences raw cold in January, resulting in heavy layers of snowfall and a relative humidity of 87%. The weather this month is marked by the year's lowest temperatures, often causing a spectacular frozen landscape. The weather goes easy on wind speeds, making outdoor activities in the snow more bearerable. The shorter daylight hours often add an element of quietness to the cityscape. When compared to March, January sees a significantly lower temperature, higher snowfall, and less sunshine, indicating a much harsher winter climate.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and a low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Manchester, Vermont, is 87%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Manchester are January, March and September Rain falls for 5.9 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Manchester. In Manchester, in January, snow falls for 18.3 days, with typically accumulated 14.29" (363mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 99.8 snowfall days, and 82.64" (2099mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Manchester is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Manchester are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in January leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Manchester?

January is the coldest month in Manchester, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

How cold is it in Manchester in January?

In Manchester, 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 12.4°F (-10.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Manchester?

In Manchester, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

What is the driest month in Manchester?

January, March and September are months with the least rain in Manchester when the rain falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Manchester in January?

In Manchester, Vermont, in January, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Manchester in January?

In January, it is snowing for 18.3 days. Throughout January, 14.29" (363mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Manchester?

On the first day of January in Manchester, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Manchester have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Manchester is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Manchester?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Manchester?

In Manchester, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Manchester, VT

Average temperature in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.4°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 (12.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Manchester, VT

Average pressure in January - Manchester, 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
Manchester, VT

Average wind speed in January - Manchester, 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 (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Manchester, VT

Average humidity in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Manchester, VT

Average rainfall in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and September (2.64").

Average rainfall days in January
Manchester, VT

Average rainfall days in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Manchester, VT

Average snowfall in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average snowfall in January: 14.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Manchester, VT

Average snowfall days in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Manchester, VT

Average sunshine days in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Manchester, VT

Average UV index in January - Manchester, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Manchester, VT

Average cloud cover in January - Manchester, VT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Manchester, VT

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

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

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