January weather forecast
Rising Sun, MD

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Rising Sun, Maryland, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

In Rising Sun, Maryland, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Rising Sun is January, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Rising Sun. In January, in Rising Sun, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rising Sun, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rising Sun, the average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Rising Sun?

January is the coldest month in Rising Sun, Maryland, with an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

How cold is it in Rising Sun in January?

January temperatures in Rising Sun, Maryland, vary between a high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What are the least humid months in Rising Sun?

January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Rising Sun, Maryland.

What is the average humidity in January in Rising Sun?

In Rising Sun, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

What is the driest month in Rising Sun?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Rising Sun. Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Rising Sun?

In January, in Rising Sun, Maryland, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rising Sun in January?

In Rising Sun, Maryland, in January, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Rising Sun?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rising Sun?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rising Sun, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Rising Sun?

The average sunshine duration in January in Rising Sun is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rising Sun?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Rising Sun?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Rising Sun is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
43.2°F 6.2°C
36.7°F 2.6°C
40.3°F 4.6°C
Average low temperature
31.3°F -0.4°C
24.6°F -4.1°C
27°F -2.8°C
Average pressure
30.1" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
9mph 14.5km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
9.6mph 15.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.8mph 22.2km/h
14.6mph 23.5km/h
14.7mph 23.7km/h
Average humidity
79%
76%
79%
Average rainfall
1.18" 30mm
0.91" 23mm
0.98" 25mm
Average rainfall days
8.6
6
7
Average snowfall
0.59" 15mm
1.5" 38mm
1.42" 36mm
Average snowfall days
2.5
4.8
4.6
Average daylight
9h 2min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
5h 0min
4h 5min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
19.6
20.6
17.5
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
46%
45%
47%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average temperature in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average pressure in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"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).

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Average wind speed in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average wind speed in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average humidity in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average rainfall in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average snowfall in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average UV index in January - Rising Sun, 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
Rising Sun, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Rising Sun, MD

Average visibility in January - Rising Sun, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (5mi).

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