January weather forecast
Oakland, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Oakland, Maryland, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) respectively, January is Oakland's coldest month.

Humidity

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, during January, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.9 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oakland are January through May, October through December. In Oakland, during January, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 35.2" (894mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Oakland is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Oakland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Oakland, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Oakland, the average high-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Oakland, in January, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Oakland, in January, during 15.1 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Oakland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Oakland, MD

Average temperature in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Oakland, MD

Average pressure in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Oakland, MD

Average wind speed in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Oakland, MD

Average humidity in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Oakland, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oakland, MD

Average snowfall in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oakland, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oakland, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oakland, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Oakland, MD

Average UV index in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Oakland, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Oakland, MD

Average visibility in January - Oakland, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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