January weather forecastDover, MA
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Dover, Massachusetts, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and an average high of 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 34°F (1.1°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) respectively, January is Dover's coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 77%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dover, during January, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In Dover, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.4 days and aggregates up to 17.8" (452mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Dover, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Dover, MA
- Average high temperature in January: 34°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 21.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Dover, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Dover, MA
- Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Dover, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Dover, MA
- Average rainfall in January: 2.32"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March, April and December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").
Average rainfall days in January
Dover, MA
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Dover, MA
- Average snowfall in January: 3.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Dover, MA
- Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dover, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Dover, MA
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Dover, 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
Dover, MA
- Average cloud cover in January: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in January
Dover, MA
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5mi).
