January weather forecast
Kensington Heights, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Kensington Heights, Maryland, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

January, with an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January, November 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Kensington Heights's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature during January is 39°F (3.9°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Kensington Heights, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and March, with an average 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Kensington Heights, in January, during 5.1 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average temperature in January - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Kensington Heights, MD

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

Average wind speed in January - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Kensington Heights, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average rainfall in January - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average snowfall in January - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.03"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.1 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
Kensington Heights, MD

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

Average sunshine days in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Kensington Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Kensington Heights, MD

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

Average cloud cover in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Kensington Heights, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Kensington Heights, MD

Average visibility in January - Kensington Heights, 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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