January weather forecast
La Plata, MD

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Weather in January

In the charming city of La Plata, Maryland, the start of the year is marked with the coldest temperatures amidst modest sunshine hours. The average high temperature rises to around 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the night temperature tends to settle at a chilling 28.4°F (-2°C). This month distinctively experiences the most significant amount of snowfall, amounting to approximately 2.32" (59mm) over an average period of 4.3 days. Distinct from its neighboring month February, January also sees reduced daylight hours, roughly aligning with 9.8 hours per day. With the factored in cloud cover percentage, the expected UV index stays on the lower side, sitting at a comfortable level of 2.

Temperature

In La Plata, Maryland, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January stands out as La Plata's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

How cold is January in La Plata?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in La Plata are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity 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 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in La Plata is January, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In La Plata, in January, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in La Plata?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
46.9°F 8.3°C
41.5°F 5.3°C
45.9°F 7.7°C
Average low temperature
34.5°F 1.4°C
28.4°F -2°C
30.7°F -0.7°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.08" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
6.7mph 10.8km/h
7.4mph 11.9km/h
7.6mph 12.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.3mph 11.7km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
8.1mph 13km/h
Average wind speed gusts
11.1mph 17.9km/h
12mph 19.3km/h
12.3mph 19.8km/h
Average humidity
77%
73%
74%
Average rainfall
2.28" 58mm
1.85" 47mm
2.09" 53mm
Average rainfall days
11.5
9.3
9.8
Average snowfall
1.02" 26mm
2.32" 59mm
1.57" 40mm
Average snowfall days
2
4.3
3.9
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 0min
5h 1min
5h 0min
Average sunshine days
16.9
17.7
15.1
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
45%
43%
45%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
La Plata, MD

Average temperature in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in January
La Plata, MD

Average pressure in January - La Plata, 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
La Plata, MD

Average wind speed in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
La Plata, MD

Average humidity in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

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

Average rainfall in January
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall days in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall days in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
La Plata, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - La Plata, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
La Plata, MD

Average sunshine days in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
La Plata, MD

Average UV index in January - La Plata, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
La Plata, MD

Average cloud cover in January - La Plata, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
La Plata, MD

Average visibility in January - La Plata, 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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