January weather forecast
Herald Harbor, MD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Herald Harbor, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Herald Harbor, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) 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 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Herald Harbor, in January, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 50°F (10°C), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Herald Harbor, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Herald Harbor are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the month when Herald Harbor sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Is it cold during January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

In Herald Harbor, Maryland, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Herald Harbor, in January, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Herald Harbor, Maryland, during January, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Herald Harbor, the average seawater temperature in January is 46°F (7.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Herald Harbor have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Herald Harbor have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, November 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 Herald Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average temperature in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average pressure in January - Herald Harbor, 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
Herald Harbor, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average humidity in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average rainfall in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average snowfall in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average sea temperature in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average sea temperature in January: 46°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Herald Harbor, 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 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
Herald Harbor, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average UV index in January - Herald Harbor, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Herald Harbor, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Herald Harbor, MD

Average visibility in January - Herald Harbor, 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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