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Springfield weather in January (Massachusetts, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Springfield in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Springfield typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 2°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -8°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Springfield in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 12 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 170 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Springfield. May, June, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Springfield, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 82 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 64%  
SunshineSunshine 170 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 58%  

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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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