January weather forecast
Amherst, Guernsey

January

Weather in January

The climate in Amherst, Guernsey, transitions from the freezing grips of winter into the start of a fresh year in January. Weather in this month holds onto its winter characteristics. High winds remain consistent, gusting at speeds of 47.7km/h (29.6mph), considerably setting the stage for the rest of the year. January sets a precedence of cool temperatures and high humidity, paving the way for more rainfall in the following months. With daylight being scarce, going outdoor might require some determination.

Temperature

The advent of January reveals an average high-temperature of a chilly 9.8°C (49.6°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Amherst, during January nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a still frosty 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, Guernsey, in January, during 22 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Amherst, there are 196.3 rainfall days, and 557mm (21.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall is January. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Amherst, Guernsey, is 8h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 17:03 GMT.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Amherst.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Amherst, Guernsey, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. 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. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Amherst in January?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Amherst during January are 9.8°C (49.6°F) and 7.8°C (46°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in January in Amherst?
In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.
How many days does it rain in January in Amherst?
In Amherst, during January, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Amherst?
The month with the most snowfall in Amherst, Guernsey, is January, when snow falls for 0.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of snow.
When does it start snowing in Amherst?
January is the first month it typically snows in Amherst, Guernsey. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in January?
In January, the average day length in Amherst, Guernsey, is 8h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Amherst?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 17:03 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Amherst?
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January in Amherst?
In Amherst, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.
How high is the UV index in January in Amherst?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average high temperature in January: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°C).

Average pressure in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average wind speed in January: 34.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (36km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (21.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall in January: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (26mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall in January: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4 days).

Average UV index in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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