January weather forecast
Elsmere, DE

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Weather in January

January in Elsmere, Delaware, USA, witnesses winter in its full bloom as the temperature lingers at lower extremes. The chill in the air doubles with an average of 2.4" (61mm) of snowfall over the course of 5.5 days. While the sunshine duration is brief at 5.1 hours per day, the month is not particularly cloudy, hinting at possible clear days. Winds prevail at a moderate speed, contributing to the increased perception of cold. Transitioning towards February, the weather remains consistently frosty.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In Elsmere, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Elsmere, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elsmere, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.9 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Elsmere is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elsmere?

The average relative humidity in January in Elsmere is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Elsmere, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Elsmere?

In Elsmere, Delaware, in January, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elsmere have in January?

In Elsmere, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Elsmere, DE

Average temperature in January - Elsmere, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.1°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Elsmere, DE

Average pressure in January - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, DE

Average wind speed in January - Elsmere, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Elsmere, DE

Average humidity in January - Elsmere, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Elsmere, DE

Average rainfall in January - Elsmere, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Elsmere, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Elsmere, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elsmere, DE

Average snowfall in January - Elsmere, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elsmere, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Elsmere, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Elsmere, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Elsmere, DE

Average UV index in January - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, DE

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

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

Average visibility in January
Elsmere, DE

Average visibility in January - Elsmere, 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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