January weather forecast
Whetstone, MD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Whetstone, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

Whetstone's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In Whetstone, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Whetstone. Rain falls for 8.7 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Whetstone, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Whetstone's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and lows of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

How cold does it get in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Whetstone, in January, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Whetstone have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Whetstone?

The average sunshine duration in January 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 reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Whetstone, MD

Average temperature in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Whetstone, MD

Average pressure in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Whetstone, MD

Average wind speed in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Whetstone, MD

Average humidity in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Whetstone, MD

Average rainfall in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Whetstone, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Whetstone, MD

Average snowfall in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Whetstone, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whetstone, 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 months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Whetstone, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Whetstone, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Whetstone, MD

Average UV index in January - Whetstone, 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
Whetstone, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Whetstone, 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 30).

Average visibility in January
Whetstone, MD

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

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

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