January weather forecastSouth Burlington, VT
January
Weather in January
Challenging winter weather arrives in South Burlington, Vermont, with January often being the month of heavy snowfall. This coincides with short days, providing approximately 9.3 hours of daylight. The mercury typically dips to significant lows, marking the coldest temperatures of the year, with averages ranging from 12.4°F (-10.9°C) to 24.6°F (-4.1°C). Characterized by its high humidity and low visible miles, January retains its reputation for being the month with one of the lowest UV indexes. The month brings frequent snowstorms coupled with a high amount of cloud cover.Temperature
In South Burlington, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).Humidity
In South Burlington, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.Rainfall
In South Burlington, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In South Burlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.4 days and collects up to 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 19.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of January, in South Burlington, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average high temperature in January: 24.6°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 (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 12.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in January
South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT
- Average wind speed in January: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average humidity in January: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average rainfall in January: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average snowfall in January: 5.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average snowfall days in January: 19.8 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Burlington, 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: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in January
South Burlington, 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
South Burlington, VT
- Average cloud cover in January: 69
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in January
South Burlington, VT
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
