January weather forecast
Milford, CT

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Weather in January

With the commencement of the new year, residents of Milford, Connecticut encounter chilly temperatures, higher humidity, and reduced daylight hours. Compared to the warmer conditions of December, January brings a fresh layer of coldness to the region. Snowfall, while scant, sprinkles the region with 2.13" (54mm), laying a delicate white veil over the city. As January progresses, the cold intensifies, serving as a precursor to the conditions likely to be encountered in February. By the close of the month, snowy landscapes and slush-laden roads present a winter-lover's paradise.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively, January is Milford's coldest month.

Humidity

In Milford, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, in Milford, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Milford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.6 days and collects up to 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Milford. In Milford, in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Milford, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.4 days and aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Milford, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Dipping into 41.5°F (5.3°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Milford is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January in Milford, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January 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 Milford. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. 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. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Milford?

In Milford, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is January in Milford?

The high-temperature, in January, in Milford, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Milford?

In Milford, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Milford?

In Milford, Connecticut, during January, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Milford?

In Milford, in January, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Milford?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°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.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Milford?

On the first day of January in Milford, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Milford?

The average sunshine duration in January in Milford is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Milford?

January through March, 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 in Milford?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Milford, Connecticut, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
41.7°F 5.4°C
35.2°F 1.8°C
37.8°F 3.2°C
Average low temperature
32.9°F 0.5°C
26.1°F -3.3°C
27°F -2.8°C
Average pressure
30.06" 764mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
30.02" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.1mph 24.3km/h
15.5mph 24.9km/h
15.3mph 24.6km/h
Average humidity
75%
74%
76%
Average rainfall
4.13" 105mm
2.48" 63mm
2.56" 65mm
Average rainfall days
12.8
9.4
10.7
Average snowfall
1.65" 42mm
2.13" 54mm
2.87" 73mm
Average snowfall days
3.7
6.9
7.3
Average sea temperature
48.1°F 8.9°C
41.5°F 5.3°C
39°F 3.9°C
Average daylight
9h 2min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 5min
5h 1min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
14.5
17
12.3
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
48%
44%
48%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Milford, CT

Average temperature in January - Milford, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Milford, CT

Average pressure in January - Milford, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"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
Milford, CT

Average wind speed in January - Milford, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Milford, CT

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Milford, CT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in January
Milford, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Milford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Milford, CT

Average snowfall in January - Milford, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Milford, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Milford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Milford, CT

Average sea temperature in January - Milford, CT
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Milford, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Milford, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Milford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Milford, CT

Average UV index in January - Milford, 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
Milford, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Milford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Milford, CT

Average visibility in January - Milford, 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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