January weather forecast
Dickerson, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dickerson, Maryland, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the peak and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) at the low.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Dickerson, during January, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.4 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dickerson, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, in Dickerson, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

In Dickerson, in January, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Dickerson is January, when snow falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dickerson have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Dickerson, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Dickerson, MD

Average temperature in January - Dickerson, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Dickerson, 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
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Average wind speed in January - Dickerson, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Dickerson, MD

Average humidity in January - Dickerson, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Dickerson, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Dickerson, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dickerson, MD

Average snowfall in January - Dickerson, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
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 - Dickerson, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dickerson, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dickerson, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Dickerson, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Dickerson, 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
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Average cloud cover in January - Dickerson, 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 30).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Dickerson, 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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