January weather forecast
Westminster, MD

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Weather in January

Starting the year, January's weather in Westminster, Maryland sees a high average temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and dips to a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). This indicates that Westminster experiences generally colder temperatures compared to other months. Precipitation is largely represented by rain, as snow days amount to approximately 7 days out of the 31. When moving into February, there will be slight improvements in the temperature. January offers shorter daylight duration of an average of 9.7 hours, contributing to the overall winter feel of the month.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, April, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Westminster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In January, in Westminster, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout January, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in January transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 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 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Westminster experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, April, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Westminster, in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westminster have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Westminster?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Westminster have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Westminster, MD

Average temperature in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Westminster, MD

Average pressure in January - Westminster, 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
Westminster, MD

Average wind speed in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Westminster, MD

Average humidity in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Westminster, MD

Average rainfall in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Westminster, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Westminster, MD

Average snowfall in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Westminster, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Westminster, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Westminster, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Westminster, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Westminster, MD

Average UV index in January - Westminster, 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
Westminster, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Westminster, MD

Average visibility in January - Westminster, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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