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Portsmouth weather in January (New Hampshire, United States of America)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Portsmouth during January? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Portsmouth typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 1°C, cooling off to about -8°C at night. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Precipitation

Portsmouth in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. As the driest month, you can expect little to no rain. This makes it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Enjoy the freedom from wet weather. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 12 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 162 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Portsmouth. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Portsmouth climate page with graphs.

 

Portsmouth, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 86 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Concord, the United States of America (64 KM, 40 Miles).

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.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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