January weather forecast
Rising Sun, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Rising Sun, Maryland, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and max 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Rising Sun's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) to a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rising Sun, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, in Rising Sun, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, with an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Rising Sun, is 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Rising Sun, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Rising Sun, in January, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rising Sun have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Rising Sun?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Rising Sun, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average temperature in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average pressure in January - Rising Sun, 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
Rising Sun, MD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average humidity in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average rainfall in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average snowfall in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Rising Sun, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rising Sun, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average UV index in January - Rising Sun, 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
Rising Sun, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average visibility in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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