January weather forecastKeene, NH

January

Weather in January

The starting phase of the year in Keene, New Hampshire, is generously replenished with a combination of persistent low temperatures and frequent snowfall. Between the months of December and January, a slight escalation in temperature comes to play, though this increase is barely significant, registering a high temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C). Citizens are accustomed to the rich wintery environment saturated with the white fluff of fresh snow. High chances of encountering ice-covered roads and pavements make for a classic New England winter scene. This month sets the tone for weather conditions for the remainder of the winter season.

Temperature

In Keene, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Keene is 84%.

Rainfall

In Keene, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.1 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Keene, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C) respectively.

The average relative humidity in January in Keene, New Hampshire, is 84%.

In Keene, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

In January, in Keene, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

In Keene, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Keene, NH

  • Average high temperature in January: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Keene, NH

  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Keene, NH

  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Keene, NH

  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Keene, NH

  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Keene, NH

  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Keene, NH

  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Keene, NH

  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Keene, NH

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min

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 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Keene, NH

  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Keene, NH

  • 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
Keene, NH

  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Keene, NH

  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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