January weather forecast
North Amherst, MA

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another subzero cold winter month in North Amherst, Massachusetts, with an average temperature varying between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in North Amherst is 80%.

Rainfall

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, in January, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.3 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Amherst, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In North Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Amherst, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of January, in North Amherst, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Amherst are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in North Amherst?

North Amherst experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

How cold is it in North Amherst in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in North Amherst during January are 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in North Amherst?

The average relative humidity in January in North Amherst is 80%.

How much does it rain in North Amherst in January?

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, in January, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in North Amherst?

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, in January, during 9.4 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does North Amherst have in January?

In January, the average day length in North Amherst is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in North Amherst?

On the first day of January in North Amherst, Massachusetts, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Amherst have in January?

In North Amherst, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in North Amherst?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in North Amherst?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in North Amherst, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
North Amherst, MA

Average temperature in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
North Amherst, MA

Average pressure in January - North Amherst, MA
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
North Amherst, MA

Average wind speed in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in January
North Amherst, MA

Average humidity in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in January
North Amherst, MA

Average rainfall days in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
North Amherst, MA

Average snowfall days in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
North Amherst, MA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
North Amherst, MA

Average sunshine days in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
North Amherst, MA

Average UV index in January - North Amherst, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
North Amherst, MA

Average cloud cover in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
North Amherst, MA

Average visibility in January - North Amherst, MA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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