January weather forecastStratford, CT

January

Weather in January

January ushers in the new year with a wintry chill, setting the stage for snowfall in Stratford, Connecticut. January's reputation was clearly evident last year, as it registered an average snowfall of 1.97" (50mm). Compared to December, temperatures fall, creating an atmospheric canvas for the formation of frost and the crystalline beauty of ice. The short, cold days are typical of this period, with the sun shy to make its full appearance. Despite January's harsh weather conditions, it reveals a unique, tranquil beauty, synonymous with the start of a new year.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures in Stratford occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stratford, in January, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stratford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Stratford, in January, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Stratford, there are 24.9 snowfall days, and 9.49" (241mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of January, in Stratford, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Stratford 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 Stratford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is the coldest month in Stratford.

The high-temperature, in January, in Stratford, is 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

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

In Stratford, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

In January, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

In Stratford, the average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stratford, Connecticut, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in January in Stratford, Connecticut, is 5.2h.

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

In Stratford, Connecticut, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Stratford, CT

  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Stratford, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Stratford, CT

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Stratford, 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%).

Average rainfall in January
Stratford, CT

  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in January
Stratford, CT

  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Stratford, CT

  • Average snowfall in January: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Stratford, CT

  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Stratford, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 12min

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).

Average sunshine days in January
Stratford, CT

  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Stratford, 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
Stratford, 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).

Average visibility in January
Stratford, 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).