January weather forecast
Wakefield, MA

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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 is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 33.1°F (0.6°C) at the peak and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) at the base.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wakefield, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. 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 January, the average length of the day in Wakefield is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Wakefield, 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

The average sunshine in January 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 in Wakefield. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Wakefield?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 33.1°F (0.6°C) at the peak and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Wakefield?

In Wakefield, in January, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Wakefield?

The average relative humidity in January in Wakefield is 77%.

How much does it rain in Wakefield in January?

In January, in Wakefield, Massachusetts, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wakefield in January?

In Wakefield, Massachusetts, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in January?

The average day length in January in Wakefield, Massachusetts, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Wakefield?

On the first day of January in Wakefield, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Wakefield have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wakefield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Wakefield?

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

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).

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Average pressure in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average humidity in January
Wakefield, MA

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Wakefield, MA

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Wakefield, MA

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wakefield, 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 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average UV index in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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Average visibility in January
Wakefield, MA

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).

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