January weather forecast
Westminster, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Westminster, Massachusetts, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Temperature

In Westminster, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and reaching a low of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Westminster is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Westminster, in January, during 9.2 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Westminster, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Westminster, the average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Westminster, Massachusetts, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Westminster?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 17.6°F (-8°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Westminster in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Westminster, is 29.7°F (-1.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.6°F (-8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Westminster?

In Westminster, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in Westminster in January?

In Westminster, in January, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Westminster in January?

In January, in Westminster, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Westminster?

In January, the average day length in Westminster is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Westminster?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westminster have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Westminster is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Westminster?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Westminster, Massachusetts.

What is the UV index reading in January in Westminster?

In Westminster, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Westminster, MA

Average temperature in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Westminster, MA

Average pressure in January - Westminster, 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
Westminster, MA

Average wind speed in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Westminster, MA

Average humidity in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Westminster, MA

Average rainfall in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Westminster, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Westminster, MA

Average snowfall in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Westminster, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Westminster, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Westminster, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Westminster, MA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Westminster, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Westminster, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Westminster, MA

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

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

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