January weather forecastFall River, MA
January
Weather in January
Fall River, Massachusetts navigates its way through the depths of winter in January. A chill in the air is ever present, with cold northeast winds making the temperatures feel much colder than they might seem. An occasional downpour brings rainfall of 1.46" (37mm), but it is the 1.61" (41mm) of snowfall across nearly six days of the month that sets the stage for a snow-covered landscape. Even though the skies often stay clouded, expect a few bright spots with approximately 5.2 hours of daily sunshine. Winter garments are a must this month, with evenings often spent indoors to escape the winter chill.Temperature
The month of January, characterized by an average high of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), is recognized as the coldest.Humidity
In Fall River, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Fall River, in January, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fall River, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature in Fall River 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
The average length of the day in January in Fall River is 9h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Fall River, MA
- Average high temperature in January: 36°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Fall River, 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
Fall River, MA
- Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Fall River, MA
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Fall River, MA
- Average rainfall in January: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in January
Fall River, MA
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Fall River, MA
- Average snowfall in January: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Fall River, MA
- Average snowfall days in January: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Fall River, MA
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fall River, MA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Fall River, MA
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Fall River, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Fall River, MA
- Average cloud cover in January: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Fall River, 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).
