January weather forecast
Townsend, DE

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Weather in January

Townsend's year begins with chilly temperatures, expect conditions to be cold but not quite at the freezing point. In terms of precipitation, there's the possibility of rainfall and snowfall alike, indicating a typical winter mix. Specifically, January equivocates to the highest snowfall in the year, reaching only 1.57" (40mm). Moreover, humidity remains relatively high throughout the month compared to other periods of the year. As a pocket of cold air sits over the region, the weather gradually transitions into a more winter-like pattern.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures in Townsend, with an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) 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 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Townsend, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Townsend, is 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Townsend, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in Townsend?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Townsend, during January, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Townsend, during January, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Townsend have in January?

In Townsend, the average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Townsend have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Townsend, DE

Average temperature in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Townsend, DE

Average pressure in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Townsend, DE

Average wind speed in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Townsend, DE

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Townsend, DE

Average rainfall in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Townsend, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Townsend, DE

Average snowfall in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Townsend, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Townsend, 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
Townsend, DE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Townsend, 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 24min).

  • 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
Townsend, DE

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Townsend, DE

Average UV index in January - Townsend, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Townsend, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Townsend, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Townsend, DE

Average visibility in January - Townsend, 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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