January weather forecast
Northfield, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Northfield, Massachusetts, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.4°F (-2°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 28.4°F (-2°C) at the peak and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, in Northfield, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Northfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Northfield. In Northfield, during January, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of January in Northfield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Northfield, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Northfield. 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: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Northfield?

Northfield's January weather reaches an average high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in Northfield in January?

During January, Northfield experiences an average high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Northfield?

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in January?

In Northfield, Massachusetts, in January, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Northfield in January?

In Northfield, Massachusetts, in January, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northfield have in January?

The average day length in January in Northfield is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Northfield?

On the first day of January in Northfield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Northfield is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Northfield?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Northfield.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Northfield?

In Northfield, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Northfield, MA

Average temperature in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Northfield, MA

Average pressure in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Northfield, MA

Average wind speed in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Northfield, MA

Average humidity in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in January
Northfield, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Northfield, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Northfield, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Northfield, MA

Average UV index in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Northfield, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Northfield, MA

Average visibility in January - Northfield, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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