January weather forecast
Wilmington, VT

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Weather in January

Moving into the heart of winter, the weather in Wilmington, Vermont, continues to drop down into colder realms. This month showcases a substantial amount of snowfall, with a wintry accumulation up to 6.77" (172mm). The frigid temperature coupled with high relative humidity paints a picture of a white, frost-laden landscape. The daylight hours dwindle to the shortest of the year, reinforcing the winter-like atmosphere. The month's winds further enforce the cold snap, forcing residents to cloak themselves in layers to combat the icy air.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In Wilmington, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Wilmington, during January, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Wilmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.7 days and collects up to 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wilmington, in January, during 12.9 snowfall days, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wilmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.7 days and aggregates up to 37.68" (957mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wilmington, Vermont, the average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

In Wilmington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Wilmington, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

How cold is it in Wilmington in January?

The high-temperature during January is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Wilmington, Vermont, in January, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wilmington, during January, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Wilmington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Wilmington, VT

Average temperature in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Wilmington, VT

Average pressure in January - Wilmington, 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
Wilmington, VT

Average wind speed in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Wilmington, VT

Average humidity in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Wilmington, VT

Average rainfall in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Wilmington, VT

Average rainfall days in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wilmington, VT

Average snowfall in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wilmington, VT

Average snowfall days in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wilmington, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wilmington, VT

Average sunshine days in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Wilmington, VT

Average UV index in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Wilmington, VT

Average cloud cover in January - Wilmington, VT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Wilmington, VT

Average visibility in January - Wilmington, 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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