January weather forecast
Wye Heights, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Wye Heights, Maryland, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

Wye Heights, Maryland, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) 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 3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Wye Heights, Maryland, is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wye Heights, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Wye Heights, is 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Wye Heights is 73%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wye Heights in January?

In Wye Heights, Maryland, in January, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Wye Heights, during January, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wye Heights have in January?

In Wye Heights, the average day length in January is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Wye Heights?

In Wye Heights, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average pressure in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average wind speed in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average humidity in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average rainfall in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average snowfall in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 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
Wye Heights, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).

Average UV index in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average UV index in January - Wye Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Wye Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

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

Average visibility in January
Wye Heights, MD

Average visibility in January - Wye Heights, 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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