January weather forecast
North East, MD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in North East, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

North East experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a minimum of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In North East, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In North East, the average seawater temperature in January is 42.4°F (5.8°C).
Note: Swimming in 42.4°F (5.8°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

In North East, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In North East, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in North East, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in North East?

In North East, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in North East in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January?

In North East, in January, the average water temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
North East, MD

Average temperature in January - North East, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
North East, MD

Average pressure in January - North East, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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
North East, MD

Average wind speed in January - North East, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
North East, MD

Average humidity in January - North East, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in January
North East, MD

Average rainfall in January - North East, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
North East, MD

Average rainfall days in January - North East, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
North East, MD

Average snowfall in January - North East, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
North East, MD

Average snowfall days in January - North East, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
North East, MD

Average sea temperature in January - North East, MD
  • Average sea temperature in January: 42.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.9°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
North East, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - North East, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
North East, MD

Average sunshine days in January - North East, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
North East, MD

Average UV index in January - North East, 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
North East, MD

Average cloud cover in January - North East, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
North East, MD

Average visibility in January - North East, 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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