January weather forecast
Westminster, MA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Westminster, Massachusetts, is a freezing cold winter month, 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

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

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Westminster, in January, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Westminster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Westminster, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.6°F (-8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Westminster, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 17.6°F (-8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Westminster, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

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

How many hours of daylight does Westminster have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

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 long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Westminster, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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