January weather forecast
Groton, CT

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Weather in January

The first month of the year in Groton, Connecticut is marked by low temperatures and sensible wind conditions. January witnesses a proper winter month with average snowfall being around 1.81" (46mm). The high humidity levels and modest wind flow make the winter chill even more biting. The visibility remains moderate, making road and air traffic function without major hindrances. The residents find themselves bundling up to brave the winds and dropping temperatures.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures in Groton, with an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Groton, Connecticut.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Groton, Connecticut, there are 159.8 rainfall days, and 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Groton, Connecticut, in January, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Groton, there are 24 snowfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Groton, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.9°F (5.5°C).
Note: In 41.9°F (5.5°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Groton is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Groton is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Groton, Connecticut. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Groton?

January stands out as Groton's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is January in Groton?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Groton?

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Groton, Connecticut.

What is the average humidity in January in Groton?

The average relative humidity in January in Groton is 74%.

How much does it rain in Groton in January?

In Groton, Connecticut, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Groton in January?

In Groton, Connecticut, in January, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Groton?

In Groton, in January, the average water temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). Swimming in 41.9°F (5.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Groton have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Groton?

On the first day of January in Groton, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Groton?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Groton is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Groton?

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

Average temperature in January - Groton, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Groton, CT

Average pressure in January - Groton, CT
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Groton, CT

Average wind speed in January - Groton, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Groton, CT

Average humidity in January - Groton, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Groton, CT

Average rainfall in January - Groton, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Groton, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Groton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Groton, CT

Average snowfall in January - Groton, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Groton, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Groton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Groton, CT

Average sea temperature in January - Groton, CT
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.8°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Groton, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Groton, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Groton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Groton, CT

Average UV index in January - Groton, 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
Groton, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Groton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Groton, CT

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

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

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