January weather forecast
Princeton, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Princeton, Massachusetts, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.6°F (-8°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.6°F (-8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, in Princeton, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Princeton are January through May, October through December. In Princeton, Massachusetts, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Princeton, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Princeton, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Princeton is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Princeton?

January, having an average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C), is the coldest month in Princeton, Massachusetts.

How cold is it in Princeton in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Princeton during January are 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Princeton?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Princeton in January?

In Princeton, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Princeton?

In Princeton, Massachusetts, during January, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in January?

In Princeton, Massachusetts, the average day length in January is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Princeton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Princeton?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Princeton, Massachusetts, is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Princeton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Princeton, MA

Average temperature in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Princeton, MA

Average pressure in January - Princeton, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Princeton, MA

Average wind speed in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Princeton, MA

Average humidity in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Princeton, MA

Average rainfall in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Princeton, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Princeton, MA

Average snowfall in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Princeton, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Princeton, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Princeton, 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: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Princeton, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Princeton, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
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
Princeton, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Princeton, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Princeton, MA

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

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

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