Boston weather in January (Massachusetts, United States of America)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in Boston during January? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
Typically, January in Boston includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is part of the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -5°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.
Precipitation
Boston in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 12 days days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
The month brings about 162 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Boston. August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Boston climate page with graphs.
Boston, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-5°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Water Temperature
5°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
90 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
63%
Windspeed
25 km/h
Sunshine
162 hours
Percentage Sunshine
56%
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 5°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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