January weather forecastMontpelier, VT

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January

Weather in January

As Montpelier, Vermont embraces the New Year, it does so in typical winter fashion. January typically holds the mantle for the snowiest month, with snowfall reaching up to 11.57in, perfectly setting the scene for some wintry walks or snowman building. Despite the sun making its appearance for around 2.7 hours a day, the chilling wind at an average speed of 7mph (11.3km/h), gives a true taste of the Vermont winter. Visibility can be slightly compromised to about 4 miles due to the snow and cloud cover. It's a month where residents brace for the cold, wrap up in their warmest clothing and savor the crisp January air.

Temperature

Montpelier's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average 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 are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Montpelier, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Montpelier, 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 Montpelier, in January, snow falls for 22.3 days, with typically accumulated 11.57" (294mm) of snow. In Montpelier, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.7 days and aggregates up to 58.82" (1494mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 19min.
On the first day of January, 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

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The coldest time of the year in Montpelier is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

During January, Montpelier experiences an average high-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

The months with the highest humidity in Montpelier are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

In Montpelier, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

In Montpelier, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

In January, it is snowing for 22.3 days. Throughout January, 11.57" (294mm) of snow is accumulated.

In Montpelier, the average day length in January is 9h and 19min.

On the first day of January, 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.

January and February, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Montpelier is 2.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In Montpelier, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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
Montpelier, 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).