January weather forecastFairhaven, MA
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and max 36.3°F (2.4°C).Temperature
The month of January, characterized by an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is recognized as the coldest.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 76%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fairhaven, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fairhaven, during January, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Fairhaven, in January, the average water temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).Note: While a brief time in 41.4°F (5.2°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Fairhaven, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average high temperature in January: 36.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Fairhaven, 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
Fairhaven, MA
- Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).
Average humidity in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average snowfall in January: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fairhaven, MA
- 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Fairhaven, MA
- Average sunshine days in January: 17 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Fairhaven, 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
Fairhaven, MA
- Average cloud cover in January: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Fairhaven, MA
- 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).
