January weather forecast
Benfield, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Benfield, Maryland, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Benfield's January weather, with an average high temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Benfield, in January, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Benfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Benfield is January, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Benfield, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Benfield, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 39.6°F (4.2°C) and reaching a low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Is January cold?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Benfield, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What are the least humid months?

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Benfield, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Benfield, Maryland, in January, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Benfield have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Benfield have in January?

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

What are the months with 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 Benfield?

In Benfield, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Benfield, MD

Average temperature in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.4°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 (28.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Benfield, MD

Average pressure in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Benfield, MD

Average wind speed in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Benfield, MD

Average humidity in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

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

Average rainfall in January
Benfield, MD

Average rainfall in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Benfield, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Benfield, MD

Average snowfall in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
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 - Benfield, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Benfield, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Benfield, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Benfield, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Benfield, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Benfield, MD

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

Average cloud cover in January
Benfield, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Benfield, MD
  • 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 28).

Average visibility in January
Benfield, MD

Average visibility in January - Benfield, MD
  • 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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