January weather forecast
Bel Air, MD

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Weather in January

January in Bel Air, Maryland features typical winter weather patterns. A surging low pressure system and winds of up to 14.6mph (23.5km/h) contribute to the chill in the air, adding a wintry bite to the environment. Snowfall appears, coating the town with about 2.8" (71mm) on average across approximately seven days of snowfall activity. This month indeed reminds residents of the winter grandeur as bare trees are laced with a layer of icy white. Nightfall brings about an additional level of chill, requiring residents to prepare for colder nights.

Temperature

In Bel Air, Maryland, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bel Air, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 10.55" (268mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bel Air, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the month when Bel Air experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature during January is 37.6°F (3.1°C) and the low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Bel Air, Maryland, during January, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bel Air have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Bel Air, MD

Average temperature in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.6°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 (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Bel Air, MD

Average pressure in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"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
Bel Air, MD

Average wind speed in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Bel Air, MD

Average humidity in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in January
Bel Air, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bel Air, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bel Air, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bel Air, MD
  • 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bel Air, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Bel Air, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Bel Air, MD

Average UV index in January - Bel Air, MD
  • 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
Bel Air, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Bel Air, MD
  • 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Bel Air, MD

Average visibility in January - Bel Air, MD
  • 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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