January weather forecast
Townsend, DE

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Weather in January

Townsend's year begins with chilly temperatures, expect conditions to be cold but not quite at the freezing point. In terms of precipitation, there's the possibility of rainfall and snowfall alike, indicating a typical winter mix. Specifically, January equivocates to the highest snowfall in the year, reaching only 1.57" (40mm). Moreover, humidity in Townsend remains relatively high throughout the month compared to other periods of the year. As a pocket of cold air sits over the region, the weather gradually transitions into a more winter-like pattern.

Temperature

Townsend's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of January in Townsend, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Townsend, Delaware, is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Townsend, Delaware. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Townsend?

January stands out as Townsend's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Is it cold in Townsend during January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Townsend are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Townsend?

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

What is the driest month in Townsend?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Townsend, Delaware. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Townsend?

In January, in Townsend, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Townsend?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Townsend. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Townsend in January?

In Townsend, during January, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Townsend?

In January, the average day length in Townsend is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Townsend?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Townsend, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Townsend have in January?

In Townsend, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Townsend?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Townsend?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
45°F 7.2°C
38.7°F 3.7°C
42.3°F 5.7°C
Average low temperature
34°F 1.1°C
26.8°F -2.9°C
29.7°F -1.3°C
Average pressure
30.1" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
8.2mph 13.2km/h
8.8mph 14.2km/h
9mph 14.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.9mph 14.3km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
9.7mph 15.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.4mph 21.6km/h
14.3mph 23km/h
14.5mph 23.3km/h
Average humidity
77%
74%
76%
Average rainfall
1.93" 49mm
1.26" 32mm
1.46" 37mm
Average rainfall days
9
7.4
8.3
Average snowfall
0.35" 9mm
1.57" 40mm
1.34" 34mm
Average snowfall days
2.5
4.5
3.8
Average daylight
9h 2min
9h 5min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 1min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
19.7
19.6
15.9
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
45%
44%
46%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Townsend, DE

Average temperature in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Townsend, DE

Average pressure in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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).

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Average wind speed in January
Townsend, DE

Average wind speed in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Townsend, DE

Average humidity in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Townsend, DE

Average rainfall in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in January
Townsend, DE

Average rainfall days in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Townsend, DE

Average snowfall in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Townsend, DE

Average snowfall days in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Townsend, DE

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Townsend, DE
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Townsend, DE

Average sunshine days in January - Townsend, DE
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Townsend, DE

Average UV index in January - Townsend, DE
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Townsend, DE

Average cloud cover in January - Townsend, DE
  • 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 31).

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Average visibility in January
Townsend, DE

Average visibility in January - Townsend, DE
  • 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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