January weather forecast
Meriden, CT

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Weather in January

In Meriden, January marks the midst of winter with temperatures hovering between 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and a high of 33.6°F (0.9°C). This year, snow makes its prominent appearance with frequent flurry days contributing to snowfall accumulation throughout the month. Cloud cover obscures the sunshine somewhat, reducing the number of hours of sunlight. Prevailing winds can add a chill factor, making the outdoors seem colder than the thermometer reads. As January transitions into February, there is a slight increase in temperature, but winter weather conditions persist.

Temperature

In Meriden, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Meriden, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 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 Meriden, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meriden, there are 30 snowfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of snow is accumulated.

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, in Meriden, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Meriden?

January, with its high-temperature average of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature average of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), is the coldest month in Meriden, Connecticut.

How cold is it in Meriden in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Meriden, Connecticut, are 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Meriden?

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Meriden?

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

How much does it snow in Meriden in January?

In Meriden, Connecticut, in January, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meriden have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Meriden?

On the first day of January in Meriden, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meriden have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Meriden?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Meriden?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Meriden 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
Meriden, CT

Average temperature in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average pressure in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average wind speed in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average humidity in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average rainfall in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average snowfall in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average UV index in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Meriden, 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
Meriden, CT

Average visibility in January - Meriden, 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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