January weather forecast
Sheffield, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sheffield, Massachusetts, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Sheffield, Massachusetts, is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sheffield, in January, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sheffield, Massachusetts, there are 55.3 snowfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sheffield, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

In Sheffield, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Sheffield?

Sheffield's January weather reaches an average high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is January in Sheffield?

During January, Sheffield experiences an average high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Sheffield?

In Sheffield, Massachusetts, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

What is the driest month in Sheffield?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Sheffield, Massachusetts. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sheffield in January?

In Sheffield, in January, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sheffield in January?

In January, in Sheffield, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sheffield have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sheffield?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheffield, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheffield have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Sheffield, Massachusetts, is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in January in Sheffield?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sheffield, MA

Average temperature in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Sheffield, MA

Average pressure in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Sheffield, MA

Average wind speed in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Sheffield, MA

Average humidity in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sheffield, MA

Average rainfall in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in January
Sheffield, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Sheffield, MA

Average snowfall in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Sheffield, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.2 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
Sheffield, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sheffield, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sheffield, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Sheffield, MA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Sheffield, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Sheffield, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in January
Sheffield, MA

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

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

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