January weather forecast
Quincy, MA

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A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts
A US flag flying on a stone platform outside the houses of the 2nd and 6th Presidents of the US, in the small town of Quincy, Massachusetts

Weather in January

January in Quincy, Massachusetts is characterized by its frosty weather with the mercury dropping to as low as 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Thick woolens are necessary as brisk cold winds whiz through the city at speeds of about 9.7mph (15.6km/h). The area witnesses some snowfall activity, and sunlight is sparse to counterbalance the winter chills. Despite the frosty conditions, the city's beauty shines through its snow-blanketed roads and parks.

Temperature

In Quincy, Massachusetts, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, in Quincy, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout January, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Quincy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Quincy, during January, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January in Quincy, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Quincy are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Quincy?

In Quincy, January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 34°F (1.1°C) at the peak and 22.6°F (-5.2°C) at the lowest.

How cold is January in Quincy?

In January, in Quincy, the average high-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Quincy?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Quincy?

In Quincy, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Quincy?

In Quincy, during January, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Quincy?

The average day length in January is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Quincy?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Quincy have in January?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Quincy?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Quincy, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
40.1°F 4.5°C
34°F 1.1°C
37.2°F 2.9°C
Average low temperature
29.8°F -1.2°C
22.6°F -5.2°C
23.7°F -4.6°C
Average pressure
30.03" 763mmHg
30" 762mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
9.2mph 14.8km/h
9.7mph 15.6km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
14.4mph 23.2km/h
15.3mph 24.6km/h
14.9mph 24km/h
Average humidity
76%
77%
78%
Average rainfall
0.63" 16mm
0.51" 13mm
0.43" 11mm
Average rainfall days
6
5.8
4.3
Average snowfall
0.55" 14mm
0.47" 12mm
0.71" 18mm
Average snowfall days
3.2
4.6
4.5
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 3min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 4min
5h 1min
4h 4min
Average sunshine days
21.5
21.4
19.8
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
48%
45%
49%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Quincy, MA

Average temperature in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Quincy, MA

Average pressure in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30"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
Quincy, MA

Average wind speed in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Quincy, MA

Average humidity in January - Quincy, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in January
Quincy, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Quincy, MA

Average snowfall in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Quincy, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Quincy, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Quincy, 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 12min).

  • 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Quincy, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Quincy, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Quincy, MA

Average UV index in January - Quincy, 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
Quincy, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Quincy, 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 33).

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Average visibility in January
Quincy, MA

Average visibility in January - Quincy, 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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