January weather - Winter 2025

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 sea temperature 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

Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts

Weather in January

Starting the year, January carries the cold wave of winter in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The city experiences the chilliest temperatures of the year, with average lows of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and highs that only reach towards 36.3°F (2.4°C). Persistent snowfall is a common sight, giving the city a quintessential winter appearance. January is characterized by shorter daylight hours, meaning longer periods of darkness. Despite the colder temperatures, there is a consistent level of humidity which adds to the overall chill in the environment.

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is the coldest month in New Bedford.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In New Bedford, during January, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In New Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In New Bedford, in January, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).
Note: Diving into 41.4°F (5.2°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Bedford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

New Bedford's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average low temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is January?

In January, in New Bedford, the average high-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In New Bedford, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In New Bedford, during January, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In New Bedford, in January, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January?

In New Bedford, 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.

How many hours of daylight does New Bedford have in January?

In New Bedford, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in New Bedford?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

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

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

42.4°F 5.8°C

36.3°F 2.4°C

38.3°F 3.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12mph 19.3km/h

12.6mph 20.3km/h

12.4mph 20km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

3.2

6.5

5.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.3

15.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
New Bedford, MA

Average high temperature in January: 36.3°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 (36.3°F).

Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
New Bedford, 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).

Average wind speed in January
New Bedford, MA

Average wind speed in January: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in January
New Bedford, MA

Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall days in January: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall in January: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
New Bedford, MA

Average sea temperature in January: 41.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Bedford, MA

Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
New Bedford, MA

Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in January
New Bedford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
New Bedford, MA

Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
New Bedford, 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).

January weather forecast
New Bedford, MA

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