January weather forecast
Essex, MD

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Weather in January

In Essex, the New Year brings colder temperatures, setting the stage for a wintry spectacle. The months’ temperatures dip to a chilly average of 27°F (-2.8°C), giving the city a characteristic winter vibe. Meanwhile, the weather also turns a tad bit gloomy with increased cloud cover but retains a certain crispness thanks to the relatively low humidity of 74%. It is typical to see frost adorning windows and rooftops. Chilly winds sweeping across the city add an extra nip in the air, with the highest gust reaching up to 15.1mph (24.3km/h) this month.

Temperature

Essex, Maryland, reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 38.5°F (3.6°C) at the peak and 27°F (-2.8°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Essex are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Essex, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Staying in 45.1°F (7.3°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, in Essex, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

With average high temperatures of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and lows of 27°F (-2.8°C), January is the coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

The high-temperature during January is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 3.1 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 3.1 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Essex, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.1°F (7.3°C). Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Essex have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Essex, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Essex is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Essex, MD

Average temperature in January - Essex, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.5°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 (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Essex, MD

Average pressure in January - Essex, 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
Essex, MD

Average wind speed in January - Essex, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Essex, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Essex, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in January
Essex, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Essex, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Essex, MD

Average snowfall in January - Essex, 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, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Essex, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Essex, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Essex, MD

Average sea temperature in January - Essex, MD
  • Average sea temperature in January: 45.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (43.7°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Essex, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Essex, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Essex, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Essex, MD

Average UV index in January - Essex, 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
Essex, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Essex, 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
Essex, MD

Average visibility in January - Essex, 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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