January weather forecast
Harwich Port, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Harwich Port's coldest period falls in January and February, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Harwich Port, Massachusetts, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In January, in Harwich Port, Massachusetts, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout January, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Harwich Port, Massachusetts, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Harwich Port, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 41.5°F (5.3°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Harwich Port is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Harwich Port is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Harwich Port 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Harwich Port?

Harwich Port's coldest months, January and February, record an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

How cold is it in Harwich Port in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Harwich Port, is 39°F (3.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Harwich Port?

In Harwich Port, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in Harwich Port?

In Harwich Port, Massachusetts, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Harwich Port in January?

In Harwich Port, in January, during 6 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Harwich Port?

In Harwich Port, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Harwich Port?

In January, the average day length in Harwich Port is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Harwich Port?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harwich Port have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harwich Port?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Harwich Port?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Harwich Port is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average temperature in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average pressure in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average wind speed in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 18mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average humidity in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average rainfall in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average snowfall in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average sea temperature in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13 days).

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Average UV index in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average UV index in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
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
Harwich Port, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Harwich Port, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Harwich Port, MA

Average visibility in January - Harwich Port, 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).

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