January weather forecastBurlington, MA

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Burlington, Massachusetts, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 33.1°F (0.6°C) and as low as 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, in January, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Burlington, during January, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 18.86" (479mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Burlington are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. 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. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

With its average high temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

During January, Burlington experiences an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

In January, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Burlington, in January, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

The average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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

In Burlington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Burlington, MA

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Burlington, MA

  • 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
Burlington, MA

  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Burlington, MA

  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).