January weather forecast
Harrington, DE

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Weather in January

In Harrington, Delaware, the beginning of the year is marked by moderate temperatures and the highest snowfall with a record of 1.93" (49mm). The low temperatures make snow activities fun while remaining cool and fresh. The area experiences limited daylight, giving it a calming winter ambiance. January marks the onset of the deep winter period in Harrington, which extends into the next month. This is not the ideal time for visitors who do not enjoy the winter conditions.

Temperature

Harrington's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) to a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Harrington, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Harrington, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Is it cold during January?

In January, in Harrington, the average high-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

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 January?

In Harrington, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

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

How much does it snow in January?

In Harrington, in January, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Harrington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Harrington, DE

Average temperature in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average pressure in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average wind speed in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average humidity in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average rainfall in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average snowfall in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

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

Average sunshine days in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average UV index in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Harrington, 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
Harrington, DE

Average visibility in January - Harrington, 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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