January weather forecast
Mount Rainier, MD

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Weather in January

During January, Mount Rainier experiences wintery conditions, characterized by snowfall and a low-lying cloud cover. January's temperatures peak at 39.9°F (4.4°C) but can fall as low as 27.7°F (-2.4°C), reinforcing the city's reputation for cold winters. Compared to February, January sees slightly heavier snowfall and marginally lower temperatures. Potential visibility issues are mitigated due to the high pressure system, ensuring an above-average visibility range. January concludes with lighter winds, setting the stage for the weather change expected in February.

Temperature

Mount Rainier notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity 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. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Rainier, Maryland, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 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.

Sunshine

In Mount Rainier, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 39.9°F (4.4°C) at the peak and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) at the low.

How cold is January?

During January, Mount Rainier experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January 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 Mount Rainier?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In Mount Rainier, Maryland, in January, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 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 many hours of sunshine does Mount Rainier have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average temperature in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average pressure in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average wind speed in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average humidity in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average rainfall in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average snowfall in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average UV index in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Rainier, 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average visibility in January - Mount Rainier, 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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