January weather forecast
South Lancaster, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in South Lancaster, Massachusetts, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) respectively, January is South Lancaster's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In South Lancaster, in January, during 8.2 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Lancaster, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Lancaster, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, in South Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Lancaster, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in South Lancaster?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a minimum temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

How cold is January in South Lancaster?

January temperatures in South Lancaster vary between a high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in South Lancaster?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in South Lancaster in January?

In South Lancaster, in January, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Lancaster in January?

In January, in South Lancaster, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in South Lancaster?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in South Lancaster?

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, in South Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in South Lancaster?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Lancaster?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in South Lancaster?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in South Lancaster, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average temperature in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average pressure in January - South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, MA

Average wind speed in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average humidity in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average rainfall days in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average snowfall days in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 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
South Lancaster, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Lancaster, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average sunshine days in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average UV index in January - South Lancaster, 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
South Lancaster, MA

Average cloud cover in January - South Lancaster, 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 34).

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Average visibility in January
South Lancaster, MA

Average visibility in January - South Lancaster, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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