January weather forecast
Springfield, VA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Springfield, Virginia, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

January stands out as Springfield's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Springfield are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Springfield, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, having an average high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Springfield in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Springfield, is 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Springfield is January, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Springfield, during January, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Springfield, in January, during 4.9 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Springfield?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Springfield?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Springfield is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Springfield, VA

Average temperature in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Springfield, VA

Average pressure in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Springfield, VA

Average wind speed in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Springfield, VA

Average humidity in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Springfield, VA

Average rainfall in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Springfield, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Springfield, VA

Average snowfall in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Springfield, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Springfield, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Springfield, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Springfield, VA

Average UV index in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Springfield, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Springfield, VA

Average visibility in January - Springfield, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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