January weather forecast
Dunkirk, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dunkirk, Maryland, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

In Dunkirk, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 40.6°F (4.8°C) at the peak and 30.2°F (-1°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Dunkirk is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 40.6°F (4.8°C) and lows at 30.2°F (-1°C).

How cold is January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Dunkirk, is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Dunkirk, in January, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 2.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Dunkirk, in January, during 2.9 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunkirk have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dunkirk, MD

Average temperature in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Dunkirk, MD

Average pressure in January - Dunkirk, 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
Dunkirk, MD

Average wind speed in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Dunkirk, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Dunkirk, MD

Average rainfall in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in January
Dunkirk, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dunkirk, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dunkirk, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Dunkirk, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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
Dunkirk, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Dunkirk, MD

Average UV index in January - Dunkirk, 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
Dunkirk, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Dunkirk, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Dunkirk, MD

Average visibility in January - Dunkirk, 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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