January weather forecast
The Downs, MD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in The Downs, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.6°F (4.2°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

January is the month when The Downs sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In The Downs, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In The Downs, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a minimum temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in The Downs, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 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?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In The Downs, in January, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

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 much does it snow in January?

In The Downs, during January, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in The Downs, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does The Downs have in January?

In The Downs, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in The Downs?

In The Downs, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
The Downs, MD

Average temperature in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average pressure in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average wind speed in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average humidity in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average rainfall in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average rainfall days in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average snowfall in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average snowfall days in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average sunshine days in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average UV index in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average cloud cover in January - The Downs, 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
The Downs, MD

Average visibility in January - The Downs, 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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