January weather forecast
Durham, CT

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Durham, Connecticut, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 34°F (1.1°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Durham, during January, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In Durham, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Durham?

Durham's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 34°F (1.1°C) and lows of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

How cold is it in Durham in January?

January temperatures in Durham, Connecticut, vary between a high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Durham?

The average relative humidity in January in Durham is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in Durham?

In Durham, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Durham in January?

In Durham, during January, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Durham have in January?

The average day length in January in Durham, Connecticut, is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Durham?

On the first day of January in Durham, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Durham?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Durham is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Durham?

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

Average temperature in January - Durham, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Durham, CT

Average pressure in January - Durham, 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
Durham, CT

Average wind speed in January - Durham, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Durham, CT

Average humidity in January - Durham, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Durham, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in January
Durham, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Durham, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Durham, CT

Average snowfall in January - Durham, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Durham, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Durham, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 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
Durham, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Durham, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Durham, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Durham, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Durham, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Durham, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Durham, 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
Durham, CT

Average visibility in January - Durham, 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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