January weather forecastBarre, VT
January
Weather in January
January can be regarded as the peak of the winter season in Barre, Vermont with frequent snowfall measuring 11.57" (294mm). A thick layer of clouds often covers the sky and the cold winds blow persistently throughout the month. The sun remains for the shortest duration in the yearly cycle often hidden behind these clouds, giving the city a rather gloomy atmosphere. Be sure to bundle up in layers and brace for the cold, for it is indeed the harshest month temperature-wise. Driving conditions during this month can also be quite challenging due to poor visibility and slippery roads caused by the snowfall.Temperature
Barre witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Barre are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
In Barre, Vermont, in January, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Barre, Vermont, in January, snow falls for 22.3 days, with typically accumulated 11.57" (294mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 58.82" (1494mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Barre, Vermont, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.On the first day of January in Barre, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Barre.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Barre are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Barre, VT
- Average high temperature in January: 23.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 10.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Barre, VT
- Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Barre, VT
- Average wind speed in January: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in January
Barre, VT
- Average humidity in January: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Barre, VT
- Average rainfall in January: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in January
Barre, VT
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Barre, VT
- Average snowfall in January: 11.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Barre, VT
- Average snowfall days in January: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Barre, VT
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 2h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Barre, VT
- Average sunshine days in January: 7.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Barre, VT
- Average UV index in January: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Barre, VT
- Average cloud cover in January: 74
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in January
Barre, VT
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
