January weather forecast
Hawthorne, DC

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Weather in January

A chill is in the air during January in Hawthorne, District of Columbia, embracing the New Year with lower temperatures. The chill factor can be attributed to all-time low temperatures averaging 27.1°F (-2.7°C), making it the coldest month. Snow graces the city landscapes, but infrequent compared to other winter locales. Ski enthusiasts can gaze upon the white-capped environments, while others prefer to enjoy the winter scenery from indoors. Despite the lower mercury level, the city does not grind to a halt, and Hawthorne continues its set pace.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Hawthorne is January, when snow falls for 4.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hawthorne, the average sunshine in January is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period in Hawthorne is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Is it cold during January?

Hawthorne in January has an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month?

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Hawthorne, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout January, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Hawthorne, the average day length in January is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hawthorne have in January?

In Hawthorne, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average temperature in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average pressure in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • 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
Hawthorne, DC

Average wind speed in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average humidity in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average rainfall in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average rainfall days in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average snowfall in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average snowfall days in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Hawthorne, DC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • 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 0min

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).

Average sunshine days in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average sunshine days in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average UV index in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Hawthorne, DC

Average cloud cover in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

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
Hawthorne, DC

Average visibility in January - Hawthorne, DC
  • 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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