January weather forecast
Elkton, VA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Elkton, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Elkton.

Rainfall

In Elkton, in January, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64.9 days and collects up to 5.51" (140mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Elkton, in January, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.1 snowfall days, and 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold does it get in January?

Elkton in January has an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Elkton, in January, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Elkton, during January, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months 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?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elkton, VA

Average temperature in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Elkton, VA

Average pressure in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Elkton, VA

Average wind speed in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Elkton, VA

Average humidity in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Elkton, VA

Average rainfall in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in January
Elkton, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elkton, VA

Average snowfall in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elkton, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.4 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
Elkton, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elkton, VA
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elkton, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and August (21.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Elkton, VA

Average UV index in January - Elkton, VA
  • 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
Elkton, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Elkton, VA

Average visibility in January - Elkton, VA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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