Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.8°F (-4°C), January stands out as the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Damascus, in January, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Damascus, Maryland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Damascus, the average sunshine in January is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the coldest month?
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What is the average humidity in January?
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How much does it rain in January?
How much does it snow in January?
What is the average length of the day in January?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Damascus?
How long on average sun shines in January?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in January in Damascus?
Average temperature in January
Damascus, MD
- Average high temperature in January: 37.8°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 (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Damascus, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Damascus, MD
- Average wind speed in January: 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 (4.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Damascus, MD
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Damascus, MD
- Average rainfall in January: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").
Average rainfall days in January
Damascus, MD
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Damascus, MD
- Average snowfall in January: 3.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Damascus, MD
- Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Damascus, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Damascus, MD
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Damascus, 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
Damascus, MD
- Average cloud cover in January: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
Damascus, 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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