January weather forecast
Fall River, MA

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Weather in January

Fall River, Massachusetts navigates its way through the depths of winter in January. A chill in the air is ever present, with cold northeast winds making the temperatures feel much colder than they might seem. An occasional downpour brings rainfall of 1.46" (37mm), but it is the 1.61" (41mm) of snowfall across nearly six days of the month that sets the stage for a snow-covered landscape. Even though the skies often stay clouded, expect a few bright spots with approximately 5.2 hours of daily sunshine. Winter garments are a must this month, with evenings often spent indoors to escape the winter chill.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fall River, in January, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fall River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fall River, in January, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Fall River, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Fall River, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.4°F (5.2°C).
Note: While a brief time in 41.4°F (5.2°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In Fall River, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Fall River is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fall River. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Fall River?

Fall River, Massachusetts, experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 36°F (2.2°C) and a minimum of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

How cold is it in Fall River in January?

In Fall River, in January, the average high-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Fall River?

The average relative humidity in January in Fall River is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Fall River?

In January, in Fall River, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Fall River?

In Fall River, during January, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Fall River?

In Fall River, Massachusetts, in January, the average water temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Fall River?

The average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Fall River?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fall River, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fall River have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fall River?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fall River, Massachusetts, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Fall River?

In Fall River, Massachusetts, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
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January
Feb
Average high temperature
42.1°F 5.6°C
36°F 2.2°C
37.9°F 3.3°C
Average low temperature
31.8°F -0.1°C
25.2°F -3.8°C
26.1°F -3.3°C
Average pressure
30.03" 763mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
29.99" 762mmHg
Average wind speed
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
11mph 17.7km/h
11.6mph 18.7km/h
11.5mph 18.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.2mph 26.1km/h
17.1mph 27.5km/h
17.1mph 27.5km/h
Average humidity
76%
76%
77%
Average rainfall
1.73" 44mm
1.46" 37mm
1.14" 29mm
Average rainfall days
9.6
7.7
6.9
Average snowfall
1.42" 36mm
1.61" 41mm
1.02" 26mm
Average snowfall days
3.3
5.9
4.8
Average sea temperature
47.7°F 8.7°C
41.4°F 5.2°C
38.1°F 3.4°C
Average daylight
9h 1min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 5min
5h 1min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
17.6
17.8
16.5
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
46%
44%
47%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Fall River, MA

Average temperature in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Fall River, MA

Average pressure in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Fall River, MA

Average wind speed in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Fall River, MA

Average humidity in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Fall River, MA

Average rainfall in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in January
Fall River, MA

Average rainfall days in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Fall River, MA

Average snowfall in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Fall River, MA

Average snowfall days in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Fall River, MA

Average sea temperature in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fall River, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Fall River, MA

Average sunshine days in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Fall River, MA

Average UV index in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Fall River, MA

Average cloud cover in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Fall River, MA

Average visibility in January - Fall River, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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