January weather forecast
Sunset Beach, MD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Sunset Beach, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature average of 28.4°F (-2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Sunset Beach, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Sunset Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) 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 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sunset Beach, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Sunset Beach records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Is it cold during January?

In January, in Sunset Beach, the average high-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Sunset Beach, Maryland, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Sunset Beach, in January, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sunset Beach have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset Beach have in January?

In Sunset Beach, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average temperature in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.6°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average pressure in January - Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, MD

Average wind speed in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average humidity in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average snowfall in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Sunset Beach, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sunset Beach, 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 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average UV index in January - Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Sunset Beach, MD

Average visibility in January - Sunset Beach, 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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