January weather forecast
Milford, DE

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Weather in January

January marks the commencement of the year in Milford, Delaware with chilly weather and relatively high humidity. Snowfall can be expected during this month, although it's not abundant, with an average snowfall of 1.22" (31mm). The days are relatively shorter, and despite a reasonable sunshine duration, cloud cover persists for a substantial portion of the day. Winds blow at a moderate pace, and rainfall is sporadic but frequent, making the overall weather cold, and most visibly, winter-like.

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically collects 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Milford, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Milford. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Milford reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 40.6°F (4.8°C) at the peak and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Milford, is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

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?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Milford, during January, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in Milford, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Milford have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Milford have in January?

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

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.

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Milford, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Milford, DE

Average pressure in January - Milford, 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
Milford, DE

Average wind speed in January - Milford, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Milford, DE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Milford, DE

Average rainfall in January - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
Milford, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Milford, DE

Average snowfall in January - Milford, 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, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Milford, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Milford, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Milford, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Milford, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Milford, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Milford, DE

Average UV index in January - Milford, 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
Milford, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Milford, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Milford, DE

Average visibility in January - Milford, 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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