January weather forecastOakland, MD
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Oakland, Maryland, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C).Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) respectively, January is Oakland's coldest month.Humidity
In Oakland, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.Rainfall
In Oakland, during January, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.9 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Oakland are January through May, October through December. In Oakland, during January, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 35.2" (894mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Oakland is 9h and 46min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.UV index
In Oakland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Oakland, MD
- Average high temperature in January: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 19.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Oakland, MD
- Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Oakland, MD
- Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Oakland, MD
- Average humidity in January: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in January
Oakland, MD
- Average rainfall in January: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").
Average rainfall days in January
Oakland, MD
- Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Oakland, MD
- Average snowfall in January: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Oakland, MD
- Average snowfall days in January: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oakland, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Oakland, MD
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Oakland, MD
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in January
Oakland, MD
- Average cloud cover in January: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in January
Oakland, MD
- Average visibility in January: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).
