January weather forecastScituate, MA
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Scituate, Massachusetts, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Temperature
The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 35.6°F (2°C) at the peak and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) at the low.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 76%.Rainfall
In Scituate, during January, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Scituate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.1 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Scituate, in January, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Scituate, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).Note: Diving into 41.5°F (5.3°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Scituate, the average sunshine in January 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Scituate, MA
- Average high temperature in January: 35.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Scituate, 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
Scituate, MA
- Average wind speed in January: 12.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in January
Scituate, MA
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Scituate, MA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in January
Scituate, MA
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Scituate, MA
- Average snowfall in January: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Scituate, MA
- Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Scituate, MA
- Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Scituate, MA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 30min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Scituate, MA
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Scituate, MA
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Scituate, MA
- Average cloud cover in January: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Scituate, 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).
