January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

The beautiful mirrored view of the sky in Lake Paran in Bennington, Vermont

Weather in January

The city of Bennington, Vermont welcomes the new year with a winter chill. January sees a distinct drop in temperature with most days featuring snowfall. The city goes through the coldest period of the year with temperatures averaging at 27°F (-2.8°C) for highs and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) for lows. In the mean time, continuous snow accumulation reaches 10.51" (267mm) with 17 days of snowfall. When bundled up properly, residents can still enjoy the Vermont winter landscape under 9.4 hours of daylight.

Temperature

Bennington, Vermont, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Bennington is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bennington, Vermont, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bennington are January through May, October through December. In Bennington, Vermont, in January, snow falls for 17 days, with typically accumulated 10.51" (267mm) of snow. In Bennington, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.4 days and aggregates up to 44.72" (1136mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, in Bennington, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bennington is 3.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Bennington, Vermont. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Bennington?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C), is recognized as the coldest in Bennington, Vermont.

How cold is January in Bennington?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bennington, is 27°F (-2.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Bennington?

In Bennington, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

How many days does it rain in January in Bennington?

In Bennington, Vermont, during January, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Bennington?

In Bennington, Vermont, in January, snow falls for 17 days, with typically accumulated 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bennington?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bennington, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bennington?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Bennington, Vermont, is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bennington?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Bennington?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Bennington, Vermont, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

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January

Feb

Average high temperature

32.5°F 0.3°C

27°F -2.8°C

29.7°F -1.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.4mph 13.5km/h

8.7mph 14km/h

8.6mph 13.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.6

11.5

9.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Bennington, VT

Average high temperature in January: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

Average low temperature in January: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Bennington, VT

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
Bennington, VT

Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Bennington, VT

Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bennington, VT

Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in January
Bennington, VT

Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Bennington, VT

Average snowfall in January: 10.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Bennington, VT

Average snowfall days in January: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 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
Bennington, VT

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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Bennington, VT

Average sunshine days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Bennington, VT

Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bennington, VT

Average cloud cover in January: 61

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

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Average visibility in January
Bennington, VT

Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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January weather forecast
Bennington, VT

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