January weather forecast
Damascus, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Damascus, Maryland, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.8°F (3.2°C) and min 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

Damascus experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a minimum of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Damascus is 75%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Damascus. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Damascus are January through May, October through December. In Damascus, in January, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Damascus, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Damascus, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Damascus?

In Damascus, Maryland, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Is January cold in Damascus?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Damascus, is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Damascus?

In Damascus, Maryland, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month in Damascus?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Damascus in January?

In Damascus, Maryland, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Damascus?

In Damascus, Maryland, in January, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Damascus?

On the first day of January in Damascus, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Damascus have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Damascus, Maryland, is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Damascus?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Damascus?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Damascus, MD

Average temperature in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Damascus, MD

Average pressure in January - Damascus, MD
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Damascus, MD

Average wind speed in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 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 (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Damascus, MD

Average humidity in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Damascus, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in January
Damascus, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Damascus, MD

Average snowfall in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Damascus, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Damascus, MD
  • 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Damascus, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Damascus, MD

Average UV index in January - Damascus, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Damascus, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Damascus, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Damascus, MD

Average visibility in January - Damascus, MD
  • 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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