January weather forecast
Lewes, DE

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Weather in January

January's weather is typified by cold temperatures, higher wind speeds, and frequent precipitation. Often cloaked with a white blanket of snow, Lewes experiences frosty mornings with a low temperature of 32°F (0°C), while afternoon highs may reach up to 41.2°F (5.1°C). It also marks the beginning of the year with approximately 9.8 hours of daylight per day, leading to short and chilly winter days. Notably, January weather differs significantly from the warmer temperatures of December. There is a marked increase in wind speed and a drop in sea temperature, creating a distinctly colder environment at the beginning of the year.

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low-temperature average of 32°F (0°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically collects 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Lewes. Snow falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Lewes, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 42.4°F (5.8°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 41.2°F (5.1°C) and as low as 32°F (0°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Lewes, records 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically collects 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Lewes, in January, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Lewes, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.4°F (5.8°C). Swimming in 42.4°F (5.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lewes have in January?

In Lewes, Delaware, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

When is 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 intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in January
Lewes, DE

Average pressure in January - Lewes, 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
Lewes, DE

Average wind speed in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Lewes, DE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Lewes, DE

Average rainfall in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Lewes, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lewes, DE

Average snowfall in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lewes, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Lewes, DE

Average sea temperature in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.7°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lewes, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lewes, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Lewes, DE

Average UV index in January - Lewes, 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
Lewes, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Lewes, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Lewes, DE

Average visibility in January - Lewes, 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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