January weather forecastWakefield, MA
January
Weather in January
January is the start of the winter season in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The cold weather conditions remain prevalent with temperatures often dipping to as low as 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Mornings in January can be especially foggy due to high humidity, making visibility poor on the roads. Snowfall is not unusual during this month as it marks the onset of the winter chill. Icy roads and heavy clothing are typical features of the January weather in this region.Temperature
January, with its average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Wakefield is 77%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wakefield, Massachusetts, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wakefield, during January, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In Wakefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.Daylight
In Wakefield, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 29min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average high temperature in January: 33.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 21.6°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 (21.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Wakefield, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in January
Wakefield, 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 (69%).
Average rainfall in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average rainfall in January: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").
Average rainfall days in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average snowfall in January: 3.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wakefield, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 6min
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).
Average sunshine days in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, MA
- Average cloud cover in January: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Wakefield, MA
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5mi).
