January weather forecast
Fenwick Island, DE

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Weather in January

The New Year in Fenwick Island, Delaware starts off with cool weather. January is characterized by chilling temperatures, lower daylight hours, and occasional rainfall. Rainfall averages at about 1.5" (38mm), while snowfall averages at around 0.83" (21mm) throughout the month. The month sees frigid wind gusts that can reach up to 20.1mph (32.3km/h), indicating the strength of the winter season. Compared to succeeding months, January is relatively more cloudy and sees fewer sunshine hours.

Temperature

Fenwick Island experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Fenwick Island, Delaware, are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Fenwick Island is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fenwick Island, in January, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.8 snowfall days, and 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Fenwick Island is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fenwick Island, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fenwick Island are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. 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 time of the year is the coldest in Fenwick Island?

With average high and low temperatures of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively, January is Fenwick Island's coldest month.

Is January cold in Fenwick Island?

Fenwick Island in January has an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Fenwick Island?

The months with the lowest humidity in Fenwick Island are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Fenwick Island?

The average relative humidity in January in Fenwick Island, Delaware, is 74%.

What is the driest month in Fenwick Island?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Fenwick Island. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Fenwick Island?

In Fenwick Island, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Fenwick Island?

In Fenwick Island, during January, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fenwick Island have in January?

In Fenwick Island, Delaware, the average day length in January is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Fenwick Island?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Fenwick Island?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Fenwick Island is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fenwick Island?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Fenwick Island?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average temperature in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average pressure in January - Fenwick Island, 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
Fenwick Island, DE

Average wind speed in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average humidity in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average rainfall in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average snowfall in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 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
Fenwick Island, DE

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average UV index in January - Fenwick Island, 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
Fenwick Island, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Fenwick Island, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Fenwick Island, DE

Average visibility in January - Fenwick Island, 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).

Fenwick Island, Delaware, USA

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