January weather forecast
Derry, NH

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Weather in January

January in Derry, New Hampshire typically welcomes the new year with cold temperatures and a significant chance of snowfall. On average, the temperatures range from 18°F (-7.8°C) to around 30.6°F (-0.8°C), with 2.4" (61mm) of snow accumulating over approximately seven days. Winter storms can lead to intermittent cycles of freezing and melting, affecting road conditions and outdoor activities. The higher chance of overcast skies also means fewer hours of daylight and sunshine. Nevertheless, the wintry landscape offers abundant opportunities for snow-transformed beauty and winter recreational activities.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C), is Derry's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Derry is 80%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Derry are January through May, October through December. In Derry, New Hampshire, during January, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Derry, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Derry, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of January, in Derry, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Derry is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Derry, New Hampshire, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in January leads to these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Derry?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is January in Derry?

In Derry, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Derry?

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month in Derry?

The month with the least rainfall in Derry is January, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Derry?

In January, in Derry, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Derry in January?

In January, in Derry, New Hampshire, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Derry?

In January, the average day length in Derry is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Derry?

On the first day of January in Derry, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Derry?

The average sunshine duration in January in Derry is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Derry?

The months with the lowest UV index in Derry, New Hampshire, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Derry?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Derry, New Hampshire, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Derry, NH

Average temperature in January - Derry, NH
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in January
Derry, NH

Average pressure in January - Derry, NH
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Derry, NH

Average wind speed in January - Derry, NH
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Derry, NH

Average humidity in January - Derry, NH
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Derry, NH

Average rainfall in January - Derry, NH
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Derry, NH

Average rainfall days in January - Derry, NH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Derry, NH

Average snowfall in January - Derry, NH
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Derry, NH

Average snowfall days in January - Derry, NH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Derry, NH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Derry, NH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Derry, NH

Average sunshine days in January - Derry, NH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Derry, NH

Average UV index in January - Derry, NH
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Derry, NH

Average cloud cover in January - Derry, NH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Derry, NH

Average visibility in January - Derry, NH
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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