January weather forecast
Milton, VT

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Weather in January

The year begins with considerable snowfall in Milton, Vermont, as the winter season reaches its peak. Among the chilliest months of the year, January's temperatures regularly plunge significantly, making it an ideal time for winter-related activities. Precipitation in the form of snow is prevalent, transforming the landscape into a tranquil winter wonderland. The weather in January across the city has a unique charm despite the cold biting winds. The specifics include temperature swings between 12°F (-11.1°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C), substantial snowfall amounting to 9.53" (242mm) and a UV index that lingers at a low of 1.

Temperature

Milton's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Milton, during January, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 20.7 days. Throughout January, 9.53" (242mm) of snow is accumulated. In Milton, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.6 days and aggregates up to 43.98" (1117mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Milton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Milton, the average sunshine in January is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Milton's January weather, with an average high temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Milton, is 24.3°F (-4.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in January in Milton?

The average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, in Milton, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Milton, during January, snow falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Milton, Vermont, the average day length in January is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Milton, VT

Average temperature in January - Milton, VT
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in January
Milton, VT

Average pressure in January - Milton, 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
Milton, VT

Average wind speed in January - Milton, VT
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Milton, VT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Milton, VT

Average rainfall in January - Milton, VT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Milton, VT

Average rainfall days in January - Milton, VT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Milton, VT

Average snowfall in January - Milton, VT
  • Average snowfall in January: 9.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Milton, VT

Average snowfall days in January - Milton, VT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Milton, 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: 3h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Milton, VT

Average sunshine days in January - Milton, VT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in January
Milton, VT

Average UV index in January - Milton, 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
Milton, VT

Average cloud cover in January - Milton, VT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January
Milton, VT

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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