January weather forecast
Smyrna, DE

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Weather in January

Smyrna starts the year with a noticeably chilly weather, as is expected during winter. January sees the lowest temperatures of the year, with an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and a high just barely peaking at 39.2°F (4°C). The intensity of the cold that Smyrna experiences can also be traced to the humidity which peaks at 74%. The relatively wet conditions extend to rainfall and snowfall, with accumulations being moderate. Despite the low temperatures, the start of the year provides ample opportunities for residents to enjoy outdoor activities, although adequate preparations are necessary for the weather conditions.

Temperature

Smyrna's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 39.2°F (4°C) to a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.7 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Smyrna, Delaware, in January, during 4.5 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Smyrna, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Smyrna, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Is it cold during January?

In Smyrna, in January, the average high-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°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 9.7 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Smyrna, in January, during 9.7 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Smyrna?

The average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Smyrna?

In Smyrna, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
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Average temperature in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Smyrna, 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
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Average wind speed in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Smyrna, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Smyrna, 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
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Average cloud cover in January - Smyrna, DE
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

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 29).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Smyrna, 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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