January weather forecast
Rutland, VT

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Weather in January

Expect a chill in Rutland, Vermont during January, with average low temperatures hitting 12.6°F (-10.8°C). Despite the cold, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy over nine hours of daylight, with three of those hours filled with sunshine. With snowfall common, January is a prime time for winter sports. Notably, this month experiences the highest frequency of snow days, with an average of 11.6 days. As the first month of the year, January establishes a wintry tone for the weather in Rutland.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 25°F (-3.9°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Rutland.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.8 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rutland, in January, during 11.6 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rutland, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.6 days and aggregates up to 21.73" (552mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Rutland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of January, in Rutland, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Rutland is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rutland, Vermont, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during January translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Rutland?

January, with an average high of 25°F (-3.9°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Rutland.

How cold is it in Rutland in January?

The high-temperature in Rutland during January is 25°F (-3.9°C) and the low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Rutland?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Rutland, Vermont.

What is the average humidity in January in Rutland?

In Rutland, Vermont, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How much does it rain in Rutland in January?

In Rutland, Vermont, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Rutland?

In January, in Rutland, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout January, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rutland have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rutland?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rutland have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Rutland, Vermont, is 3.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Rutland?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Rutland, Vermont, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Rutland, VT

Average temperature in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average high temperature in January: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Rutland, VT

Average pressure in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rutland, VT

Average wind speed in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Rutland, VT

Average humidity in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Rutland, VT

Average rainfall in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in January
Rutland, VT

Average rainfall days in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rutland, VT

Average snowfall in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rutland, VT

Average snowfall days in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rutland, VT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rutland, VT

Average sunshine days in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Rutland, VT

Average UV index in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Rutland, VT

Average cloud cover in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Rutland, VT

Average visibility in January - Rutland, VT
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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