January weather forecastCambridge, MD
January
Weather in January
The chilling days of winter, typical of the start of the year, embrace Cambridge, Maryland, as January displays itself in full seasonal glory. The city experiences the cold winter weather that holds a damp mistiness close to the ground due to the relatively high humidity. Cold snaps from the Atlantic seashore contribute to an average minimum temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C), making it the coldest month of the year. The weather, clouded both literally and metaphorically, gives way to the new year with a frosty greeting. The snowfall in January, coupled with overcast skies, affiliates the month with the quintessential winter esthetics, a characteristic deemed poetic by many.Temperature
During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 30.2°F (-1°C).Humidity
January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Cambridge, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.9 rainfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cambridge, in January, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Cambridge, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.5 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).Note: In swimming situations, the extreme cold and danger can lead to fatality. Without the protection of insulated waterproof gear, hypothermia takes effect quickly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average high temperature in January: 41.2°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 (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 30.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Cambridge, 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
Cambridge, MD
- Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average rainfall in January: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").
Average rainfall days in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average snowfall in January: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average sea temperature in January: 37°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Cambridge, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Cambridge, MD
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Cambridge, 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).
