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Weather in January

January, located at the outset of the year and the heart of the winter season in Felton, Delaware, bracingly introduces the year with its chilliness. There is an average of 1.93" (49mm) of snowfall, resulting in the town donning a blanket of snow and the residents bundling up. This month succeeds in providing a delicate balance between nature's beauty and frugidity. Can be considered somewhat of a dreary period, there is an overcast on most days, striking a contrast to the cheerfulness of the holiday season. As the year progresses, weather conditions will change notably, and there will be a noticeable shift from the winter season.

Temperature

January is Felton's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and lows of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Felton. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Felton, Delaware. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Felton, Delaware, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Felton?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

How cold does it get in Felton in January?

During January, Felton experiences an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What are the least humid months in Felton?

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Felton?

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

What is the driest month in Felton?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Felton in January?

In Felton, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Felton?

The month with the most snowfall in Felton is January, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Felton?

In Felton, Delaware, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Felton have in January?

The average day length in January in Felton, Delaware, is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Felton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Felton, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Felton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Felton is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Felton?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Felton?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
46.4°F 8°C
40.3°F 4.6°C
43.9°F 6.6°C
Average low temperature
36°F 2.2°C
28.8°F -1.8°C
31.5°F -0.3°C
Average pressure
30.1" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
9.1mph 14.6km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
9.9mph 15.9km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15mph 24.1km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
Average humidity
76%
74%
75%
Average rainfall
3.07" 78mm
2.13" 54mm
2.6" 66mm
Average rainfall days
11.6
9.5
10.8
Average snowfall
0.94" 24mm
1.93" 49mm
1.14" 29mm
Average snowfall days
2.1
4.3
3.4
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 1min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
16.9
17.7
13.7
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
45%
44%
46%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Felton, DE

Average temperature in January - Felton, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Felton, DE

Average pressure in January - Felton, 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
Felton, DE

Average wind speed in January - Felton, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Felton, DE

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Felton, DE

Average rainfall in January - Felton, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Felton, DE

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Felton, DE

Average snowfall in January - Felton, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Felton, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Felton, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Felton, DE
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Felton, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Felton, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Felton, DE

Average UV index in January - Felton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Felton, DE

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Felton, DE

Average visibility in January - Felton, 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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