January weather forecastWaltham, MA
January
Weather in January
Coming off the winter season, January in Waltham, Massachusetts is expectedly chilly. Daylight is limited with an average of only 9.5 hours of sunlight each day, and weather conditions vary significantly. The month distinguishes itself by having the year's lowest temperatures with lows reaching 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and highs peaking at 33.3°F (0.7°C). The weather often features precipitation, which can take the form of both rain and snow, adding to the wintery ambiance. The early evenings and frosty temperatures compel residents to pull out their winter essentials.Temperature
January is the month when Waltham experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).Humidity
In Waltham, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.Rainfall
In Waltham, in January, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.3 rainfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Waltham, in January, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Waltham is 5.2h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. 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
Waltham, MA
- Average high temperature in January: 33.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 21.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Waltham, 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
Waltham, MA
- Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Waltham, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Waltham, MA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.59"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and November (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").
Average rainfall days in January
Waltham, MA
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Waltham, MA
- Average snowfall in January: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Waltham, MA
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Waltham, 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 12min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Waltham, MA
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Waltham, 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
Waltham, MA
- Average cloud cover in January: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Waltham, 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).
