January weather forecast
California, MD

Share

Weather in January

January, like December, in California, Maryland, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in California.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in California is January, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in California, Maryland. January is the month with the most snowfall in California. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of January in California, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in California are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in California?

January, recording an average high temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C), is California's coldest month.

How cold does it get in California in January?

January temperatures in California, Maryland, vary between a high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What are the least humid months in California?

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

What is the average humidity in January in California?

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

What is the driest month in California?

The month with the least rainfall in California, Maryland, is January, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in California?

In January, in California, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in California?

January is the month with the most snowfall in California. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in California?

In California, Maryland, in January, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in California?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in California, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does California have in January?

In California, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in California, Maryland, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in California?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in California, Maryland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
California, MD

Average temperature in January - California, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.7°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 (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in January
California, MD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in January
California, MD

Average wind speed in January - California, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in January
California, MD

Average humidity in January - California, 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, March and November (73%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in January
California, MD

Average rainfall in January - California, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in January
California, MD

Average rainfall days in January - California, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in January
California, MD

Average snowfall in January - California, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in January
California, MD

Average snowfall days in January - California, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - California, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in January
California, MD

Average sunshine days in January - California, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in January
California, MD

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

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in January
California, MD

Average cloud cover in January - California, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

[Resources]

Average visibility in January
California, MD

Average visibility in January - California, 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).

[Resources]

California, Maryland, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location