January weather forecast
Lanham, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Lanham, Maryland, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

Lanham experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a minimum of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In Lanham, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lanham, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lanham, Maryland, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Lanham's January weather reaches an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), making it the coldest month.

Is January cold?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Lanham, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Lanham?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout January, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day 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 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lanham have in January?

In Lanham, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Lanham, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Lanham, MD

Average temperature in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°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 (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Lanham, MD

Average pressure in January - Lanham, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lanham, MD

Average snowfall in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Lanham, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lanham, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lanham, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Lanham, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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

Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Lanham, 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
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Average visibility in January - Lanham, 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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