January weather forecastPortland, CT
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Portland, Connecticut, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).Humidity
In Portland, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Portland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Portland, in January, during 7.2 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Portland, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.On the first day of January in Portland, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Portland 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 Portland. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Portland, CT
- Average high temperature in January: 34°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 (34°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Portland, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Portland, 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 (5.4mph).
Average humidity in January
Portland, 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%).
Average rainfall in January
Portland, CT
- Average rainfall in January: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in January
Portland, CT
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Portland, CT
- Average snowfall in January: 2.68"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Portland, CT
- Average snowfall days in January: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Portland, CT
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Portland, CT
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Portland, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Portland, CT
- Average cloud cover in January: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in January
Portland, CT
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June and July (5mi).
