January weather forecast
Westchester, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Westchester, Maryland, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Westchester, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Westchester, the average sunshine in January is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, known for its average high temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average low temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is the coldest month.

Is January cold?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Westchester, is 38.1°F (3.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Westchester, Maryland. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Westchester?

In January, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Westchester, in January, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westchester have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westchester have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Westchester, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Westchester, MD

Average temperature in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.1°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Westchester, MD

Average pressure in January - Westchester, 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
Westchester, MD

Average wind speed in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Westchester, MD

Average humidity in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

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

Average rainfall in January
Westchester, MD

Average rainfall in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Westchester, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Westchester, MD

Average snowfall in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Westchester, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Westchester, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Westchester, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Westchester, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Westchester, MD

Average UV index in January - Westchester, 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
Westchester, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Westchester, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

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
Westchester, MD

Average visibility in January - Westchester, 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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