January weather forecast
Long Neck, DE

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Weather in January

January in Long Neck, Delaware, tends to be characterized by cold temperatures, bracing winds, and typically a light snowfall. The chill in the air is most prominent during the evenings, with temperatures plunging to as low as 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The weather trends from the previous month generally extend into January, so locals are known to bundle up to stay warm. It is advisable to prepare for potential frost, particularly during the early mornings. Despite the cold, the breathtaking winter landscapes provide quite a spectacle, making January a favorite among snow photography enthusiasts.

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 41.7°F (5.4°C) and lows at 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Long Neck.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Long Neck are January through March, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 42.4°F (5.8°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.

Daylight

In Long Neck, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Long Neck, Delaware, 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Long Neck?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 41.7°F (5.4°C) and as low as 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Is January cold?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Long Neck?

In Long Neck, in January, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Long Neck, in January, during 3.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January?

In Long Neck, 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 Long Neck, the average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Long Neck?

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 Long Neck have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Long Neck, DE

Average temperature in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Long Neck, DE

Average pressure in January - Long Neck, 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
Long Neck, DE

Average wind speed in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Long Neck, DE

Average humidity in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Long Neck, DE

Average rainfall in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in January
Long Neck, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Long Neck, DE

Average snowfall in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Long Neck, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Long Neck, DE

Average sea temperature in January - Long Neck, 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
Long Neck, DE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Long Neck, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Long Neck, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Long Neck, DE

Average UV index in January - Long Neck, 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
Long Neck, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Long Neck, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Long Neck, DE

Average visibility in January - Long Neck, 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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