January weather forecast
Medford, MA

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Weather in January

Typically, the month of January in Medford, Massachusetts is characterized by relatively cold temperatures, frequent cloud coverage, and the occasional snowfall. In comparison to December, January possesses a slightly lower average temperature, which dips as low as 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and seldom rises higher than 33.6°F (0.9°C). An increased prevalence of snowfall can also be observed within this month, reinforcing its image as a moist and cold month. Come February, however, the weather shows minor changes. While snowfall and frost continue to dominate, a gradual increase in temperature heralds the slow approach of Spring.

Temperature

In Medford, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 33.6°F (0.9°C) at the peak and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In Medford, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Medford, in January, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Medford, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 45.2 days and collects up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Medford are January through March, May, November and December. In Medford, in January, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Medford, Massachusetts, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Medford is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Medford, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Medford?

January, with an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Medford, Massachusetts.

How cold is it in Medford in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Medford?

In Medford, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Medford?

In Medford, in January, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Medford in January?

In Medford, in January, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in January?

In January, the average day length in Medford is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Medford?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Medford?

The average sunshine duration in January in Medford is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Medford?

In Medford, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Medford, MA

Average temperature in January - Medford, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Medford, MA

Average pressure in January - Medford, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Medford, MA

Average wind speed in January - Medford, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Medford, MA

Average humidity in January - Medford, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Medford, MA

Average rainfall in January - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in January
Medford, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Medford, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Medford, MA

Average snowfall in January - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Medford, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Medford, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Medford, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Medford, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Medford, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (22.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Medford, MA

Average UV index in January - Medford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Medford, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Medford, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Medford, MA

Average visibility in January - Medford, 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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