January weather forecast
Poultney, VT

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Weather in January

Compared to the upcoming milder conditions of February and the preceding chilly season of December, January in Poultney, Vermont is the epitome of winter. The temperature oscillates between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Snowfall is frequent during this month while the wind stirs up a moderate breeze that often feels cold due to the freezing temperatures. The clear days are rare as the sky is typically covered with clouds. Despite the cold, the beauty of a winter wonderland is truly exhibited during January.

Temperature

January is Poultney's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and lows of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January through March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Poultney, in January, during 13.9 snowfall days, 7.4" (188mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Poultney, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 32.28" (820mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Poultney, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is January in Poultney?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Poultney?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

What is the driest month in Poultney?

January through March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Poultney in January?

In Poultney, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Poultney in January?

In Poultney, Vermont, during January, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Poultney, the average day length in January is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Poultney?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poultney have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Poultney is 3.6h.

What are the months 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Poultney, VT

Average temperature in January - Poultney, VT
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Poultney, VT

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

Average wind speed in January
Poultney, VT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Poultney, VT

Average humidity in January - Poultney, VT
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Poultney, VT

Average rainfall in January - Poultney, VT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Poultney, VT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall in January - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Poultney, VT

Average snowfall days in January - Poultney, VT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Poultney, VT
  • 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Poultney, VT

Average sunshine days in January - Poultney, VT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Poultney, VT

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Poultney, VT

Average cloud cover in January - Poultney, VT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Poultney, VT

Average visibility in January - Poultney, 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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