January weather forecast
Bladensburg, MD

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Weather in January

In Bladensburg, Maryland, January is deeply entrenched in the heart of winter, with temperatures frequently dipping to a frosty 27.7°F (-2.4°C). This marks the coldest month of the year, registering significantly lower temperatures than in December. Not surprisingly, the weather in January is quite different from the weather in February with conditions warming progressively. It isn't an excercise in optimism to anticipate a fair amount of precipitation, this month typically sees nine snowfall days sprinkling a layer of white on the local terrain. A tip for those venturing outside in these conditions: personal warming devices and good amounts of protective wear are mandatory to beat the chill.

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Bladensburg is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bladensburg. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest time of the year in Bladensburg is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Is it cold during January?

The high-temperature in Bladensburg during January is 39.9°F (4.4°C) and the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Bladensburg, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Bladensburg, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Bladensburg, during January, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bladensburg have in January?

In Bladensburg, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Bladensburg?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Bladensburg is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
45.5°F 7.5°C
39.9°F 4.4°C
44.2°F 6.8°C
Average low temperature
34.3°F 1.3°C
27.7°F -2.4°C
30°F -1.1°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
7.3mph 11.7km/h
7.9mph 12.7km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.9mph 12.7km/h
8.6mph 13.8km/h
8.6mph 13.8km/h
Average wind speed gusts
11.7mph 18.8km/h
12.7mph 20.4km/h
13mph 20.9km/h
Average humidity
76%
72%
73%
Average rainfall
2.6" 66mm
2.01" 51mm
2.09" 53mm
Average rainfall days
9.8
9.3
10
Average snowfall
0.67" 17mm
2.6" 66mm
2.24" 57mm
Average snowfall days
2.4
4.1
3.9
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 1min
5h 0min
Average sunshine days
18.1
18.6
15.2
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
45%
43%
45%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average temperature in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°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 (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average pressure in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average wind speed in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Bladensburg, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Bladensburg, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average snowfall in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Bladensburg, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bladensburg, 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 1min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Bladensburg, MD

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

Average cloud cover in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Bladensburg, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Bladensburg, MD

Average visibility in January - Bladensburg, 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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