January weather forecastAthol, MA
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Athol, Massachusetts, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C).Temperature
January, having an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
In Athol, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.Rainfall
In Athol, Massachusetts, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Athol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Athol, in January, during 9.9 snowfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Athol, there are 43.1 snowfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of January, in Athol, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 4.9h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Athol, Massachusetts. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Athol, MA
- Average high temperature in January: 29.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Athol, MA
- Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Athol, MA
- Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Athol, MA
- Average humidity in January: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Athol, MA
- Average rainfall in January: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in January
Athol, MA
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Athol, MA
- Average snowfall in January: 5.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Athol, MA
- Average snowfall days in January: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Athol, MA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 54min
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).
Average sunshine days in January
Athol, MA
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).
Average UV index in January
Athol, MA
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Athol, MA
- Average cloud cover in January: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
Athol, MA
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
