January weather forecast
South Laurel, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in South Laurel, Maryland, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in South Laurel is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in South Laurel. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Is January cold in South Laurel?

The average high-temperature, in January, in South Laurel, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In South Laurel, during January, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in South Laurel, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
South Laurel, MD

Average temperature in January - South Laurel, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in January
South Laurel, MD

Average pressure in January - South Laurel, 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
South Laurel, MD

Average wind speed in January - South Laurel, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in January
South Laurel, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
South Laurel, MD

Average rainfall in January - South Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
South Laurel, MD

Average rainfall days in January - South Laurel, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Laurel, MD

Average snowfall in January - South Laurel, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Laurel, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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 Laurel, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Laurel, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Laurel, MD

Average sunshine days in January - South Laurel, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
South Laurel, MD

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

Average cloud cover in January
South Laurel, MD

Average cloud cover in January - South Laurel, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

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
South Laurel, MD

Average visibility in January - South Laurel, 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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