January weather forecast
Elkridge Heights, MD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Elkridge Heights, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Elkridge Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:26 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.

Sunshine

In Elkridge Heights, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C), January is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Elkridge Heights, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Elkridge Heights, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Elkridge Heights, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elkridge Heights have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 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 Elkridge Heights have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average temperature in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average pressure in January - Elkridge Heights, 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average wind speed in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average humidity in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elkridge Heights, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Elkridge Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average UV index in January - Elkridge Heights, 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
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Elkridge Heights, 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 29).

Average visibility in January
Elkridge Heights, MD

Average visibility in January - Elkridge Heights, 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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