January weather forecast
Cheshire, CT

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Weather in January

Cheshire, Connecticut, USA sees a frosty start to the year. January is marked by somewhat cloudy skies and a frigid wind chill. The daylight is scant, giving way to long, cold nights. Considerable variation exists between the highest and lowest temperatures of the day with the maximum temperature peaking at 33.6°F (0.9°C) and minimum falling to a chilly 21.9°F (-5.6°C). January's weather can be quite unpredictable, ranging from calm snowy days to blustering winter storms.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month in Cheshire, recording an average maximum temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a minimum temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Cheshire is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cheshire, Connecticut, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cheshire, there are 162.7 rainfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Cheshire. In Cheshire, Connecticut, during January, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cheshire, there are 30 snowfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cheshire, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Cheshire is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cheshire. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Cheshire?

January, with an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Cheshire, Connecticut.

How cold is it in Cheshire in January?

Cheshire in January has an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Cheshire?

In Cheshire, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cheshire in January?

In Cheshire, Connecticut, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Cheshire?

In January, in Cheshire, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Cheshire is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cheshire?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cheshire, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Cheshire?

The average sunshine duration in January in Cheshire, Connecticut, is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cheshire?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Cheshire?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Cheshire is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cheshire, CT

Average temperature in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Cheshire, CT

Average pressure in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Cheshire, CT

Average wind speed in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Cheshire, CT

Average humidity in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cheshire, CT

Average rainfall in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in January
Cheshire, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cheshire, CT

Average snowfall in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Cheshire, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cheshire, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cheshire, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cheshire, CT

Average UV index in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Cheshire, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Cheshire, CT

Average visibility in January - Cheshire, CT
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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