January Rainfall and Precipitation in Massachusetts

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Massachusetts, the United States of America in January.

Massachusetts, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences in January precipitation ranging from a moderate 72 mm (2.8 in) in Williamstown to a high 114 mm (4.5 in) in Plymouth. January is a winter month.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Massachusetts precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Massachusetts, the United States of America receive in January?

Boston sees moderate snow/rainfall in January, averaging around 90 mm (3.5 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Massachusetts, the United States of America in January?

Boston sees roughly 12 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Massachusetts, the United States of America, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in January in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

In our database, Plymouth stands out as having an average snow/rainfall level of 114 mm (4.5 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in January in Massachusetts, the United States of America?

The driest place is Williamstown with an average snowfall of 72 mm (2.8 in) according to our data.

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