January weather forecastColumbia, MD
January
Weather in January
As the first month of the year, January in Columbia, Maryland presents a chilly landscape, marked by a transition from the freezing temperatures of December. An additional 1.0 hour of daylight is observed, a modest increase compared to the preceding month. Rainfall is minimal but consistent, with days of snowfall markedly reduced from December. Notably, a swing in temperatures from lows of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) to highs of 38.1°F (3.4°C) is established, with snowfall reaching 2.52" (64mm) during the month. Cool winds complement the setting as Columbia ventures into a brand new year.Temperature
January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 38.1°F (3.4°C) and as low as 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically collects 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Columbia, MD
- Average high temperature in January: 38.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Columbia, MD
- Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Columbia, MD
- Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in January
Columbia, MD
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Columbia, MD
- Average rainfall in January: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in January
Columbia, MD
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Columbia, MD
- Average snowfall in January: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Columbia, MD
- Average snowfall days in January: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Columbia, MD
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Columbia, MD
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in January
Columbia, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Columbia, 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 29).
Average visibility in January
Columbia, 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).
