January weather forecastAlton, NH
January
Weather in January
January graces Alton, New Hampshire with a clear and crisp winter scenario. Snowfall typically reaches up to 7.36" (187mm) with an average high temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), providing a real winter experience. With daylight at 9.4 hours per day, residents can expect a fair span of daylight despite the season. Comparing this to February, the colder temperatures and smaller amounts of rainfall make January distinctive. Alton's residents may also take solace in the lower wind speeds during this month, lessening the biting chill of winter winds.Temperature
Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and lows at 12.9°F (-10.6°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In Alton, in January, during 10 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alton, in January, during 13.2 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alton, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 38.98" (990mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 24min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of January, in Alton, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Alton, the average sunshine in January is 4.9h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Alton, NH
- Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 12.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Alton, NH
- Average pressure in January: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Alton, NH
- Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Alton, NH
- Average humidity in January: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Alton, NH
- Average rainfall in January: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in January
Alton, NH
- Average rainfall days in January: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Alton, NH
- Average snowfall in January: 7.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Alton, NH
- Average snowfall days in January: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alton, NH
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Alton, NH
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Alton, NH
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Alton, NH
- Average cloud cover in January: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
Alton, NH
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and September (4mi).
