January weather forecast
Edgemoor, DE

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Weather in January

Starting the year, Edgemoor experiences chilly and damp climatic conditions, similar to what one would expect from a classic mid-Atlantic winter. Frequent snowfall with an average of 1.57" (40mm) is a significant hallmark of this month. The region experiences somewhat constant overcast skies, with only about 5.1 hours of sunshine daily. Mild winds blowing at average speeds add to the cold, giving a profound winter feel. The humid, windy conditions often result in weather that is colder than the actual temperatures.

Temperature

Edgemoor's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Edgemoor, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Edgemoor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 41.9°F (5.5°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is generally the coldest month.

Is January cold?

In Edgemoor, in January, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Edgemoor, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January?

In Edgemoor, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.9°F (5.5°C). Swimming in 41.9°F (5.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Edgemoor have in January?

In January, the average day length in Edgemoor is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Edgemoor?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Edgemoor, Delaware, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Edgemoor, Delaware.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Edgemoor, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average temperature in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average pressure in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average wind speed in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average humidity in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average rainfall in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average snowfall in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average sea temperature in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average UV index in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Edgemoor, DE

Average visibility in January - Edgemoor, DE
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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