Waltham weather in January (Massachusetts, United States of America)
How does the January weather in Waltham compare to other months? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
January in Waltham generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 2°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -8°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.
Precipitation
Waltham in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 11 days.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Waltham. May, August and September generally stand out with 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 Waltham climate page with graphs.
Waltham, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
2°C
Water Temperature
5°C *
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
86 mm
Rainy days
11 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.
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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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