January weather forecast
Manchester, MD

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Weather in January

The weather in Manchester, Maryland starts off the year with colder temperatures and higher chances for snowfall. There is a noticeable temperature gap between January and December, with January temperatures dropping to a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and peaking at a high of 35.4°F (1.9°C). The skies tend to be quite cloudy, and sun-filled days are less frequent, meaning daylight availability is somewhat restricted. The chance of snow is high, with snowfall being more prevalent than rainfall. The cold wind is a constant companion, reminding residents and visitors alike of the winter season.

Temperature

In Manchester, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Manchester, the average sunshine in January is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Manchester, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 35.4°F (1.9°C) and reaching a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Manchester, is 35.4°F (1.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Manchester, in January, during 6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, in Manchester, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Manchester, the average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Manchester is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Manchester, MD

Average temperature in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Manchester, MD

Average pressure in January - Manchester, 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
Manchester, MD

Average wind speed in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Manchester, MD

Average humidity in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Manchester, MD

Average rainfall in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Manchester, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Manchester, MD

Average snowfall in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Manchester, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Manchester, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Manchester, MD

Average UV index in January - Manchester, 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
Manchester, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Manchester, MD

Average visibility in January - Manchester, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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