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how cold is it in massachusetts

It is a very cold, wintry day in Massachusetts, with temperatures hovering around the low 30s Fahrenheit and feeling closer to the mid‑20s once wind chill is factored in.

Quick Scoop: Today’s Cold

  • Statewide temps today are around 31–33°F at the warmest, dipping into the upper 20s, so it is right around the freezing mark for much of the day.
  • With wind chill, it feels more like about 26°F, which is cold enough that exposed skin will get uncomfortable quickly if you are outside for long.
  • Light snow showers and high humidity make it feel even colder than the thermometer suggests, with a gray, overcast sky and a thin coating of snow possible on some surfaces.

What “Cold” Means In January There

  • For January in Massachusetts, typical daily temperatures usually run roughly between the low 20s and low 30s Fahrenheit, so today’s cold is very much in the “normal winter” range rather than record‑breaking.
  • The broader January pattern this year includes several days with snow and temperatures often below freezing, which lines up with the classic New England mid‑winter feel.

How To Dress And Get Around

  • Plan on full winter gear: warm coat, hat, insulated gloves, and boots with traction, since light snow and near‑freezing temperatures mean slick roads and sidewalks are possible.
  • Outdoor sports and long walks are best kept short or moved indoors if possible, especially when wind picks up and pushes the “feels‑like” temperature into the mid‑20s or lower.

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