January weather forecast
Oak Forest, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Oak Forest, Maryland, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

In Oak Forest, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Oak Forest, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.7 days and typically collects 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oak Forest, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Oak Forest, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 38.1°F (3.4°C) and as low as 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is January?

The high-temperature during January is 38.1°F (3.4°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Oak Forest, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Oak Forest, during January, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout January, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Oak Forest, Maryland, the average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January in Oak Forest, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak Forest have in January?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average temperature in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average pressure in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"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
Oak Forest, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average humidity in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average rainfall in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average snowfall in January - Oak Forest, 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, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Oak Forest, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oak Forest, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Oak Forest, MD

Average UV index in January - Oak Forest, 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
Oak Forest, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Oak Forest, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

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
Oak Forest, MD

Average visibility in January - Oak Forest, 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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