January weather forecast
Rockland, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Rockland, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

Rockland, Massachusetts, experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a minimum of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

January, February, June, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Rockland.

Rainfall

In Rockland, in January, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.9 rainfall days, and 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Rockland. In January, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rockland, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Rockland, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Rockland, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February, June, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Rockland?

In Rockland, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Rockland, in January, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rockland have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Rockland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Rockland, MA

Average temperature in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 34.9°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 (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°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 (23.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Rockland, MA

Average pressure in January - Rockland, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Rockland, MA

Average wind speed in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Rockland, MA

Average humidity in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, June, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Rockland, MA

Average rainfall in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Rockland, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rockland, MA

Average snowfall in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rockland, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rockland, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rockland, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Rockland, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Rockland, MA

Average UV index in January - Rockland, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Rockland, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Rockland, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Rockland, MA

Average visibility in January - Rockland, 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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