January weather forecast
Chester, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in Chester, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and min 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Chester, Massachusetts, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chester, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chester, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Chester?

The coldest time of the year in Chester is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

How cold is it in Chester in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Chester, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Chester?

In January, the average relative humidity in Chester, Massachusetts, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Chester in January?

In Chester, Massachusetts, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Chester?

In Chester, in January, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Chester, Massachusetts, is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Chester?

On the first day of January in Chester, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chester?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Chester?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Chester, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Chester, MA

Average temperature in January - Chester, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Chester, MA

Average pressure in January - Chester, MA
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Chester, MA

Average wind speed in January - Chester, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Chester, MA

Average humidity in January - Chester, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Chester, MA

Average rainfall in January - Chester, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in January
Chester, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Chester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Chester, MA

Average snowfall in January - Chester, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Chester, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Chester, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chester, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chester, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Chester, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Chester, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Chester, MA

Average UV index in January - Chester, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Chester, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Chester, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Chester, MA

Average visibility in January - Chester, 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).

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