January weather forecast
South Kensington, MD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in South Kensington, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and lows of 27°F (-2.8°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically collects 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Kensington are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 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

January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Is January cold?

The high-temperature, in January, in South Kensington, records 39.9°F (4.4°C), while the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In South Kensington, Maryland, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.7 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout January, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In South Kensington, in January, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:27 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Kensington have in January?

In South Kensington, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, 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 South Kensington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
45.3°F 7.4°C
39.9°F 4.4°C
44.1°F 6.7°C
Average low temperature
33.1°F 0.6°C
27°F -2.8°C
29.7°F -1.3°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
7mph 11.3km/h
7.6mph 12.2km/h
7.8mph 12.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.6mph 12.2km/h
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8.3mph 13.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.9mph 17.5km/h
11.7mph 18.8km/h
12.1mph 19.5km/h
Average humidity
76%
72%
74%
Average rainfall
2.17" 55mm
1.69" 43mm
1.89" 48mm
Average rainfall days
9.9
8.7
9.3
Average snowfall
0.94" 24mm
2.6" 66mm
2.17" 55mm
Average snowfall days
2
4.3
4.4
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h
5h
5h
Average sunshine days
19.1
18.1
15.5
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
46%
45%
45%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
South Kensington, MD

Average temperature in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
South Kensington, MD

Average pressure in January - South Kensington, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Kensington, MD

Average wind speed in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
South Kensington, MD

Average humidity in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
South Kensington, MD

Average rainfall in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
South Kensington, MD

Average rainfall days in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Kensington, MD

Average snowfall in January - South Kensington, 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 and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Kensington, MD

Average snowfall days in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
South Kensington, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Kensington, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Kensington, MD

Average sunshine days in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
South Kensington, MD

Average UV index in January - South Kensington, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
South Kensington, MD

Average cloud cover in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
South Kensington, MD

Average visibility in January - South Kensington, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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