January weather forecast
Hawthorne, DC

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Weather in January

A chill is in the air during January in Hawthorne, District of Columbia, embracing the New Year with lower temperatures. The chill factor can be attributed to all-time low temperatures averaging 27.1°F (-2.7°C), making it the coldest month. Snow graces the city landscapes, but infrequent compared to other winter locales. Ski enthusiasts can gaze upon the white-capped environments, while others prefer to enjoy the winter scenery from indoors. Despite the lower mercury level, the city does not grind to a halt, and Hawthorne continues its set pace.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Hawthorne, District of Columbia, is 5h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hawthorne. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Is January cold?

The high-temperature during January is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hawthorne, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Hawthorne, District of Columbia, is January, when snow falls for 4.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Hawthorne, during January, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hawthorne have in January?

In Hawthorne, the average day length in January is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average temperature in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average pressure in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average wind speed in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average humidity in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average rainfall in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average rainfall days in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average snowfall in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average snowfall days in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Hawthorne, DC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • 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 0min

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
Hawthorne, DC

Average sunshine days in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average UV index in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average cloud cover in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average visibility in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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