January weather forecast
Dorchester, NJ

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dorchester, New Jersey, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Dorchester is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Dorchester is January, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Dorchester, New Jersey. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dorchester, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, in Dorchester, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dorchester, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Dorchester?

Dorchester's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Is January cold in Dorchester?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dorchester during January are 39°F (3.9°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in Dorchester?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Dorchester?

In January, in Dorchester, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Dorchester?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, in January, during 4 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dorchester have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Dorchester?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dorchester?

The average sunshine duration in January in Dorchester is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dorchester?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dorchester are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Dorchester?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dorchester, New Jersey, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average temperature in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average pressure in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average humidity in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average UV index in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Dorchester, NJ

Average visibility in January - Dorchester, NJ
  • 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).

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